Vegan Seafood Gumbo

This Vegan Seafood Gumbo is a hearty and flavorful dish that captures the essence of traditional gumbo without the use of animal products. Packed with vibrant vegetables, plant-based seafood alternatives, and a rich, spicy broth, it's perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Okra - 200 grams, sliced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Bay leaves - 2
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Vegan shrimp (or other seafood substitute) - 200 grams
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced okra, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in the vegan shrimp and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
5. Remove the bay leaves and serve the gumbo hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from the variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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