New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo
Rich, dark roux-based gumbo simmered with shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, and classic Creole vegetables for a deeply flavorful stew. This creole-inspired soups ready in about 80 minutes pairs sliced andouille sausage, peeled and deveined raw shrimp, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, sliced andouille sausage
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large, diced onion
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 3, diced celery stalks
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Creole seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp file powder
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- for serving, about 4 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large heavy pot, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1/3 cup all-purpose flour continuously for 15-20 minutes until the roux turns a dark brown color but not burnt, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, 3 diced celery stalks, and 3 minced garlic cloves to the roux. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 8 oz sliced andouille sausage and cook for 3 minutes.
- Step 4: Gradually whisk in 4 cups chicken broth to the pot, stirring until smooth. Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp Creole seasoning, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Step 5: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp and cook for 5-6 minutes until shrimp turn pink and firm.
- Step 6: Stir in 1 tsp file powder and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves.
- Step 7: Serve gumbo hot over about 1 cup cooked white rice per serving, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced andouille sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo?
Creole soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
