Delta Pride Catfish Gumbo

There’s nothing quite like homemade gumbo. When #mscatfishlady makes gumbo in her kitchen, she starts with a Windsor pan, but before long, the simmering goodness moves to the big, black iron kettle. This recipe, adapted from foodnetwork.com, is tailored for four to six servings, hopefully solving the problem of making too much gumbo at once.

Indulge in the rich flavors of the Mississippi Delta with our Delta Pride Catfish Gumbo. This comforting dish is a classic Southern favorite, perfect for bringing family and friends together. Made with tender chunks of catfish, savory vegetables, and a blend of Cajun spices, this gumbo is sure to satisfy your cravings. Serve it over a bed of rice for a hearty and delicious meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup diced onions
  • 1/3 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 green pepper, diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 3 ounces tomato paste
  • 1 small (5-ouce_ package frozen cut okra
  • Splash hot sauce
  • 3/4 pound to 1 pound Catfish, cut into chunks
  • Rice, cooked and drained, for serving

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the pepper, garlic, salt, Cajun seasoning, and bay leaf and mix well; set aside. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over high heat. Add the onions, celery, and green peppers and stir. Add the flour and stir until blended. Add the chicken broth and stir until smooth. Add the tomatoes and tomato paste, and okra, and stir until mixed well. Add the hot sauce and seasoning mixture and mix well. Bring the gumbo to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Add the catfish and stir to mix well. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with rice.

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