Creole Okra Gumbo
Creole Okra Gumbo brings a rich, tomato-forward depth balanced by tender okra and earthy mushrooms, finished with a quick golden roux that gives it a velvety body. The gentle warmth of black pepper, bay leaves, and filé powder adds classic Louisiana character without overwhelming heat. Serve this hearty, meatless bowl for a cozy dinner or a satisfying weekend gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Warm 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and green bell pepper, and cook until tender, stirring. Mix in the okra, mushrooms, diced tomatoes with their liquid, tomato paste, file powder, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Cook for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. While stirring constantly, sprinkle in the flour, and cook for 2 to 5 minutes, until a golden brown roux forms.
- 3
Transfer the roux into the okra mixture, and keep cooking for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Calories 149.5 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.78 g Low Source
- Carbs 25.42 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.21 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.61 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.35 mg Low Source
- Sodium 167.31 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.56 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.36 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.17 g Low Source
- Calcium 42.99 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.11 mg Moderate
- Potassium 700.82 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 143.73 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 21.14 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.13 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Creole Okra Gumbo is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, and Diced Yellow Onion. Each serving provides about 149.5 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creole Okra Gumbo?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Creole Okra Gumbo made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Yellow Onion, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Creole Okra Gumbo?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Creole Okra Gumbo?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 149.5 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creole Okra Gumbo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 3 steps.
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