15 Seafood Gumbo Recipe With Crab Legs

What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.

Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 seafood gumbo recipe with crab legs that we have shared over the years.

Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.

15 Seafood Gumbo Recipe With Crab Legs

Crab and Shrimp Gumbo

Crab and Shrimp Gumbo

2 hr 25 min
Crab claws, old bay, frozen gumbo crabs, green bell pepper, worcestershire sauce
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Deep South Dish
Gumbo Recipe

Gumbo Recipe

1 hr 55 min
Crab legs, smoked sausage, shrimp, chicken thigh, gumbo file
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Immaculate Bites
Seafood Gumbo

Seafood Gumbo

2 hr 30 min
Crab legs, peanut butter, old bay, okra, green bell peppers
3.79
Food Network
Seafood Gumbo

Seafood Gumbo

1 hr 40 min
Crab legs, boneless chicken thighs, andouille sausage, frozen okra, chicken broth
5.01
Precious Core
Seafood Shrimp Gumbo

Seafood Shrimp Gumbo

2 hr
Crab legs, chicken thighs, smoked sausage, oysters, frozen okra
5.01
The Cooking Bride
Crab Gumbo

Crab Gumbo

2 hr
Crab legs, lump crab meat, white rice, green bell pepper, worcestershire sauce
2.88
FeedFeed
Shrimp-and-Crab Gumbo

Shrimp-and-Crab Gumbo

4 hr
Ribs, okra, clam juice, tomato paste, green bell pepper
4.03.2K
Food & Wine Magazine
King Crab Seafood Chicken Gumbo

King Crab Seafood Chicken Gumbo

1 hr 45 min
King crab legs, chicken thighs, andouille sausage links, grain white rice, tomato paste
5.01
Food & Wine Chronicles
Shrimp and Crab Gumbo

Shrimp and Crab Gumbo

1 hr 20 min
Crab claws, shrimp, crab meat, okra, oysters
4.282
The Spruce Eats
The Best Easy Inspired Gumbo

The Best Easy Inspired Gumbo

1 hr 5 min
Snow crab legs, chicken breast, andouille sausage, okra, stewed tomatoes
5.02
Razzle Dazzle Life
Seafood Gumbo

Seafood Gumbo

1 hr 50 min
Crab legs, gumbo file, green bell pepper, cooked shrimp, smoked paprika
5.05
Immaculate Bites
Low Country Boil

Low Country Boil

1 hr
Snow crab legs, seafood cocktail sauce, red potatoes, sweet corn, beer
No reviews
Stevehacks
Seafood Gumbo

Seafood Gumbo

2 hr 30 min
Andouille sausage, chicken broth, green bell pepper, worcestershire sauce, cooked rice
4.856
Spicy Southern Kitchen
Best Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Best Seafood Gumbo Recipe

55 min
Crab legs, white rice, chicken broth, cajun seasoning, green pepper
No reviews
IzzyCooking
Slow Cooker Faux Gumbo

Slow Cooker Faux Gumbo

4 hr 5 min
Gumbo, andouille sausage, okra, crab leg, jumbo shrimp
5.012
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What kind of crab is used in gumbo?

ole blue crab

What is the secret ingredient in gumbo?

Dried Shrimp is the Secret Ingredient for Gumbo.

Does gumbo have crab legs?

Cajun holy rules: gumbo with crab legs first, then lump crab meat, rice, green onion and parsley. NO tomatoes!

Can you put snow crab legs in gumbo?

Ingredients for Seafood Gumbo

Also, get wild caught shrimp if you can because they taste way better than farm-raised! Crab Legs: I used snow crab legs! Andouille Sausage: For an authentic Creole flavor and for meatiness, use andouille sausage but if you can’t find Andouille sausage then use any other smoked sausage.

Can you use imitation crab in gumbo?

Remember to use a non-reactive (non-cast iron) pot for any gumbo (or any dish, for that matter) that includes okra or tomatoes, as they will discolor. These recipes can be cut in half if you don’t want to feed an army. Do NOT under any circumstances use imitation crabmeat, or surimi, in any crab gumbo dishes.

Do you put okra in Seafood Gumbo?

A lot of people don’t like okra or think they don’t like okra. But it’s a very important part of this gumbo, adding both flavor and acting as a thickener. Note: If you want to try a Seafood Gumbo without okra, try this Seafood Gumbo. It is amazing and it is full of shrimp, crab and andouille.

Do you put tomatoes in gumbo?

Most varieties of gumbo are seasoned with onions, parsley, bell pepper, and celery. Tomatoes are sometimes used in seafood gumbo, but traditionally few other vegetables are included.

How do you add flavor to gumbo?

Bonus Tips and Tricks

  1. Grill meats or roast garlic on the grill before adding to the pot for a good rustic flavor.
  2. When using wild meats cut the game taste with beer or white wine.
  3. Add crawfish tails or oysters.
  4. Add crabmeat if you don’t want to peel the crabs.
  5. Food process veggies to hide them in the gumbo.

Can I simmer gumbo all day?

Bring the gumbo to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered for at least 3 hours or up to all day (the longer the better for flavors to blend). The gumbo should be the consistency of stew.

How do you prepare gumbo crabs?

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the crabs and a generous amount of salt, cover, and boil for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain immediately and set the crabs aside to cool. (Yes, after just 5 to 7 minutes.

Do you put raw or cooked shrimp in gumbo?

Authentic Creole flavors and so easy to make! I used pre-cooked/Cajun-seasoned shrimp which made this gumbo with okra that much easier, but you can just use raw shrimp. Adjust the spice to make it as hot or mild as you’d like.

What kind of vegetables are in gumbo?

The gumbo-blend vegetables contain chopped celery, onion, bell pepper, corn, and okra. If you can’t find this particular blend, substitute a mixture of frozen okra and corn.

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