Simple Chicken Gumbo

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My mother taught me this simple authentic gumbo. This is how her mother made it in poverty stricken cajun country. It is very simple and tastes excellent.

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Steps

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Heat oil in large pot and add flour to make a roux.

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Make the roux as dark as you can without burning it , or yah yah in cajun country.

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Add the chopped onions when roux is ready , stir for about a minute , then add the water.

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Add chicken , salt and pepper , bring to a boil , and simmer until chicken is very tender.

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Serve in a bowl over cooked white rice.

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Ingredients

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chicken, onions, vegetable oil, flour, tap water, salt, pepper, white rice