Ingredients
- 2/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, shells reserved
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 quarts chicken stock or low-sodium broth
- 3 bay leaves
- 6 whole chicken legs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 6 large scallions, white and green parts thinly sliced separately
- 4 medium celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 2 large Spanish onions, coarsely chopped
- 2 medium green peppers, cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 1 pound smoked andouille sausage, half finely chopped, half sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pound okra, stems trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons filé powder (see Note)
Description
Gumbo Makes For A Great Potluck Meal--especially When The Host Gets To Keep The Serving Dish As A Housewarming Gift. To Achieve The Ultimate Flavor For This Authentic Recipe, Use The Smokiest Andouille Sausage You Can Find. Two Brands To Try: Michel's Mag
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