Keto Gumbo

This keto gumbo recipe is hearty and full of flavor! Based on a traditional gumbo with chicken, andouille sausage, and lots of shrimp, this recipe makes a big pot of delicious Southern fare that will transport you right to New Orleans.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time2 hrs

Total Time2 hrs 15 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Keyword: creole, mardi gras, new orleans

Servings: servings

Calories: 463kcal

Author: Cheryl Malik

Equipment

Large pot

Ingredients

½ cup canola or avocado oil
2 teaspoons xanthan gum plus more
2 cloves garlic
½ cup onion chopped
½ cup celery finely chopped
1 green bell pepper chopped
1 red bell pepper chopped
1 pound chicken chopped into 1" pieces
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons gumbo filé powder
1 pound andouille sausage sliced into discs
8 cups chicken broth
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 10-ounce package okra thawed
1 pound shrimp peeled, deveined
3 bay leaves
2 tablespoons hot sauce plus more if desired
cauliflower rice for serving
fresh parsley for garnish
green onions for garnish

Instructions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and slowly whisk in xanthan gum. Simmer until congealed, approximately 5 minutes.
Add in garlic, celery, onion, bell peppers, and chicken. Cook 10 minutes.
Add thyme, salt, cajun seasoning, filé powder, and sausage.
Gradually stir in broth, diced tomatoes, and okra, then add shrimp, bay leaves, and hot sauce.
Simmer covered on low heat for 1 - 1 ½ hours. After simmering, sprinkle a little more xanthan gum on top of the gumbo and stir it in well.
Portion into bowls. Serve with cauliflower rice and garnish with green onions and fresh parsley.

Notes

Recipe yields approximately 8 servings. Nutritional values shown reflect information for 1 serving. Values shown do not include cauliflower rice. Macros may vary slightly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used.

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