Savory Shrimp Gumbo

Name: Savory Shrimp Gumbo
Cuisine: Europian

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Directions

Ingredients :

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 pounds medium shrimp

peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 cups chopped okra

2 onions

chopped

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes

2 quarts water

1 bay leaf

3 cloves garlic

minced

1 teaspoon salt

1 red bell pepper

chopped

ground black pepper to taste

Methods :

In a large skillet over high heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and flour to the pan, and whisk together quickly. Continue cooking and stirring until a dark roux forms. Stir in shrimp. Cook and stir for a few minutes, until the shrimp turns pink. Set aside.

In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Stir in okra and onions; cook until okra is tender. Mix in tomatoes. Add water, bay leaf, garlic, salt, red pepper, and the shrimp mixture. Cover, and cook slowly for 30 minutes.