This Cajun shrimp gumbo is one of my favorite easy meals to throw together when I want something warm, filling, and full of flavor. It’s got tender shrimp, smoky sausage, veggies, and a yummy tomato based broth that brings everything together. You can serve it with rice, potatoes, or whatever you’ve got on hand. It all comes together in one pot! 🍽️

Ingredients (makes 1 serving)

• 6 oz large shrimp (peeled, deveined)
• 80g polska kielbasa
• 1 green pepper
• 1 red pepper
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 white onion
• 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp soy sauce
• ½ tbsp minced garlic
• ½  tsp oregano
• ½ tsp salt 
• ½  tsp pepper
• ½  tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp thyme
• ½ tsp cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• Parsley to garnish

Nutritional Information (for gumbo alone):

• Calories: 667 cal
• Protein: 62g
• Fat: 36g
• Carbs: 35g

Here’s how to make it:

1. Prep the shrimp: If frozen, defrost shrimp, peel, and devein if necessary. Lightly season with salt, pepper, cajun seasoning, and parsley.
2. Slice and dice: Cut sausage into bite-size quarters. Dice onions and both peppers.
3. Start cooking: In a large pot with nonstick spray, sauté the sausage, onions, peppers, and garlic over medium heat until the veggies are soft (about 5 minutes).
4. Add tomatoes: Stir in tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Add shrimp: Stir in shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through.
6. Make the roux: Push the mixture to the sides and melt butter in the center. Stir in the flour and coat everything in the roux.
7. Simmer the broth: Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and all remaining seasonings.
8. Taste & serve: Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with rice or potatoes. Garnish with parsley and enjoy!

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