What is Seafood Gumbo?

It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 20 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.

What is Seafood Gumbo made of?

The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Crab, Diced Onion. The full list of 20 is above.

What goes well with Seafood Gumbo?

Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes. Charleston Red Rice Oyster Bread Stuffing (Dressing) Louisiana Apple–Yam Bake Not Ya Mama's Oyster Dressing

How long does it take to make Seafood Gumbo?

About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 541.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Seafood Gumbo easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 13 steps.

Is Seafood Gumbo healthy?

Seafood Gumbo has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 541.02 calories and 31.15 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 932.97 mg (41% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.93 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Seafood Gumbo

Name: Seafood Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Southern Recipes
Ingredients: 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper; 2 cups Celery; 1 cup Crab; 2 cups Diced Onion; 1 whole Dried Bay Leaves; 0.5 tsp Dried Oregano; 0.5 tsp Dried Thyme; 7 cups Fish Stock; 3 tbsp Garlic Powder; 2 cups Green Bell Pepper; 2 tsp Hot Sauce; 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 2 cups Oyster; 1.5 tsp Paprika; 1 tsp Salt; 1 lb Small Shrimp; 1.5 cups Tomato Sauce; 0.75 cup Vegetable Oil; 0.5 tsp White Pepper

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Soup 🍲 Cajun and Creole 🇺🇸Southern Recipes 🇺🇸 High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Pescatarian 🐟

Seafood Gumbo is a bold, peppery stew brimming with shrimp, oysters, and crab simmered in a deep, roux-like base with aromatic trinity vegetables and filé. The broth is richly spiced with cayenne, paprika, and herbs, delivering warmth and depth without overpowering the sweet seafood. It’s ideal for a cozy weekend meal or a crowd-pleasing gathering.

Prep15 mins
Cook1 hr 20 mins
Serves8
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Seafood Gumbo, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

56 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 54 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 32 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 92 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

How it scores for each health goal

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Heart Health: 82
Metabolic: 56
Digestive: 38
Inflammatory: 55
Performance: 57
General Wellness

1

Mix the red, white, and black peppers with the paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, and salt, then set aside.
2

In a heavy 5-quart or larger pot, heat the oil over medium heat, warming the pot first.
3

Add the onions, celery, and green pepper.
4

Increase the heat to high.
5

Stir frequently, then add the garlic, file, hot sauce, and the pepper-herb mixture.
6

Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
7

Add the tomato sauce and stir as it reduces over high heat.
8

Pour in the fish stock and bring to a boil.
9

Lower the heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
10

When ready to serve, add the shrimp, oysters, and crabmeat.
11

Cover and wait 5 minutes.
12

Turn off the heat and let stand for 10 minutes.
13

Serve.

About This Recipe

Seafood Gumbo is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 20 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, and Crab. Each serving provides about 541.02 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Seafood Gumbo?: It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 20 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Seafood Gumbo made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Crab, Diced Onion. The full list of 20 is above.
What goes well with Seafood Gumbo?: Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
Charleston Red Rice
Oyster Bread Stuffing (Dressing)
Louisiana Apple–Yam Bake
Not Ya Mama's Oyster Dressing
How long does it take to make Seafood Gumbo?: About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 541.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Seafood Gumbo easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 13 steps.
Is Seafood Gumbo healthy?: Seafood Gumbo has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 541.02 calories and 31.15 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 932.97 mg (41% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.93 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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