Bubba Gump's Greenbow County Okra Gumbo
I found this recipe in honor of two of my okra lovin' friends-enjoy!!
Steps
Cook okra in 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat , stirring constantly , until lightly browned.
Set aside.
Combine remaining butter and flour in a large dutch oven , cook over medium high , stirring constantly until roux is chocolate colored-around 20-25 min stir in green onions , celery and garlic , cook stirring constantly until veg is tender.
Add okra , water and the next 6 ingredients.
Bring to a boil , reduce and simmer uncovered 2 hours , stirring occasionally.
Peel and devein shrimp , add that and crab to okra mixture.
Simmer an additional 10 minutes , stirring occasionally.
Remove and discard bay leaf.
Serve gumbo over rice.
Sprinkle with file if desired.
Ingredients
fresh okra, butter, all-purpose flour, green onion, celery, garlic, water, whole tomatoes, fresh parsley, salt, ground red pepper, fresh thyme, bay leaf, fresh shrimp, fresh crabmeat, rice, gumbo file