Gumbo

This gluten-free gumbo is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your table. With a perfect blend of spices, fresh vegetables, and proteins, it’s a comforting meal ideal for lunch.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Andouille sausage - 100 grams, sliced
• Chicken breast - 150 grams, diced
• Shrimp - 100 grams, peeled and deveined
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Diced tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Okra - 100 grams, sliced
• Bay leaves - 2
• Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cilantro - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
2. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, sliced okra, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
8. Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning if needed.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken and shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Contains okra, which is high in fiber and aids in digestion.

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