Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew
Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew brings tender shrimp together with silky okra for a richly textured bowl that’s full of peppery warmth and gentle heat. Tomato, onion, celery, and bell pepper build a lush, savory base without a dark roux, letting the seafood shine. Serve this comforting gumbo for a relaxed weekend dinner or a cozy gathering with friends.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook2 hrs
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 29 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 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.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 62
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste and set aside.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 3
Add the okra and sauté for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add the tomato paste, tomato, onion, garlic, celery, and green bell pepper, and sauté for 15 more minutes.
- 5
Add the water and season to taste.
- 6
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- 7
Add the shrimp and simmer for 20 more minutes.
- 8
Finally, add the green onion to the soup and stir thoroughly.
- Calories 542.27 kcal High 27%
- Protein 46.59 g Good Source 93%
- Carbohydrate 45.12 g 16%
- Total Fat 21.14 g High 27%
- Saturated Fat 2.75 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 378.36 mg High 126%
- Sodium 1289.47 mg High 56%
- Dietary Fiber 13.18 g Good Source 47%
- Total Sugars 24.53 g --
- Added Sugars 20.04 g High 40%
- Calcium 141.49 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 3.66 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 568.45 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 39.81 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 11.71 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 15 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chopped Clams, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 542.27 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew?
- It is a Cajun and Creole stew recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chopped Clams, Diced Onion, Green Bell Pepper. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew?
- About 2 hrs 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 542.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew healthy?
- Okra and Shrimp Gumbo Stew has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 542.27 calories and 46.59 g of protein, or 93% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1289.47 mg (56% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.75 g (14% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 20.04 g (40% 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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