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Pappadeaux Gumbo Recipe

Pappadeaux Gumbo Recipe

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen is a popular seafood restaurant chain known for its delicious and authentic southern cuisine. The restaurant has several locations throughout the United States, most of which are located in the South. Pappadeaux's signature dishes include classic Cajun and Creole favorites such as gumbo, jambalaya, po'boys, étouffée, and hush puppies. The menu also features a variety of fresh seafood dishes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pappadeaux's Gumbo Recipe
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 426kcal
Author: Rebecca Novak

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • stirrer

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Tomato Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Sicilian Seasoning
  • 6 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 5 tsp Paprika
  • 6 tsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 4 Sprigs of Fresh Thyme
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • ½ pound Crab Meat
  • 1 Amber Ale – Austin Beer Works
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Frozen Okra
  • 6 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped
  • 1 ½ cups White Onion Chopped
  • 1 Medium Green Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 4 tablespoons Chopped Garlic
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled
  • ¼ cup White Wine
  • 3 tsp Sicilian Seasoning
  • ¼ cup Chopped Green Onions
  • ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Make the Roux - Melt the butter and oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once melted, slowly incorporate the flour while stirring constantly to create a thick paste. Cook for 3-5 minutes until it reaches a golden hue (make sure not to burn).
  • Add the Vegetables & Spices - Add celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic along with the Sicilian seasoning, paprika, cajun seasoning and bay leaves. Stir and cook for approximately 5 minutes until softened. Incorporate the frozen okra and tomato sauce then pour in vegetable broth, beer, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything together.
  • Add Crab Meat & Thyme - Introduce crab meat and fresh thyme sprigs into the pot. Stir gently to combine everything together before cooking for a few minutes until heated through.
  • Add Shrimp & Cook - Introduce the shrimp to the pot and cook for 10 minutes until cooked through (make sure not to overcook). Pour in white wine and stir then reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish & Serve - Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste before serving while hot!

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Notes

  • Make sure to use fresh herbs when possible – they make all the difference!
  • You can adjust the spiciness of the gumbo by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
  • Okra is a key ingredient for thickness and texture, so don’t leave it out!
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or it will become tough.
  • If you don’t want to use beer, you can substitute with white wine instead.
  • For a creamier gumbo, add a few tablespoons of heavy cream at the end.

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcal
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