Shrimp & Okra Gumbo
Ingredients
- 1 lb. okra thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 quart water
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot. Add okra. Stir-fry for about 10 minutes until most of the slime is gone. Add tomatoes, onions and celery. Saute on medium low heat until vegetables are softened.
- Add salt, cayenne, bay leaves, thyme and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
- Add shrimp and parsley. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
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