It took 5 generations to perfect this GUMBO recipe

andouille sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini offers similar texture and is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon is cost-effective.

Make a stock using chicken thighs and pork stock in a large pot.

Add 4 quarts of water to the pot with the chicken and pork stock.

Chop vegetables including onion, celery, and garlic, and add them to the pot.

Skim the foam off the top of the stock for clarity.

Add bell pepper and celery to the pot after skimming the foam.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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