Our Famous Texas Gumbo Recipe
TEXAS GUMBO
Savor the authentic taste of Texas with our Texas Gumbo featuring the star ingredient, Beasley's Country Cajun Seasoning. This soulful dish captures the essence of Texan cuisine, blending the traditional flavors of gumbo with the zesty, aromatic notes of Country Cajun Seasoning. Delight in a medley of tender meats, succulent seafood, and vibrant vegetables simmered perfectly in a rich, flavorful broth. Beasley's Country Cajun Seasoning adds a harmonious kick, infusing the gumbo with layers of spice and a touch of Southern charm. Indulge in a bowl of true Texan comfort with our Texas Gumbo, where Beasley's Country Cajun Seasoning takes center stage, creating a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the heart of Texas.
Yields 8 servings
Prep time: Approx 75 minutes
Ingredients:
10 cups water
4 beef or chicken bouillon cubes
4 chicken thighs
2 links andouille sausage
2 tbsp butter
1 large yellow onion
7 stalks celery
1 large green bell pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp chopped garlic
1 tbsp Beasley's Cajun Blend
1 1/2 tsp ground thyme
1 tsp Tabasco sauce
3 bay leaves
6 tbsp roux
Directions:
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Add 8 cups hot water and bouillon cubes to a large pot, and bring to a boil on high heat. After boiling the water, reduce to medium-high heat, add chicken thighs, and cover the pot. Boil for 30 minutes, and remove chicken thighs to cool.
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Chop onion, celery, and bell pepper into 1/2" pieces.
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Cut andouille into half slices and brown in a large pan. Remove & add to boiling water after removing the chicken.
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Add chopped onions, celery, and bell pepper to a large pan with 2 tbsp butter on medium heat and saute until vegetables soften (onions should look translucent). Move vegetables to boiling water when done.
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Add garlic, parsley, bay leaves, Beasley's Country Cajun, thyme, and Tabasco to boiling water.
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Remove skin & bones from chicken thighs, chop into 1" square pieces, and add to a large pot.
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Boil 2 cups water and add roux. Mix well and add the roux mixture to a large pot. Reduce to medium-low heat, and simmer until celery is soft.
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Serve over rice. Add salt, pepper, and Tabasco to taste.
