Sweet potato and shrimp gumbo

Recipe Information

Description:
Sweet potato and shrimp gumbo is a delicious Cajun recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 25 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Rice; Shrimp; Sweet Potatoes
Category Rice & Grains; Seafood; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Cajun; Creole; American
Cook Method Sautéing; Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup tomato juice

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped

  • 1/2 pound okra, stemmed and thinly sliced

  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

  • 2/3 cup dry white wine

  • 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar

  • 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 3 cups tomato puree

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder

  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 24 fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined

  • 6 cups cooked white rice

Directions

  • Heat the tomato juice in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, okra, and celery to the pan and sauté until the ingredients are wilted and slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  • Stir in the white wine and vinegar and bring to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes, tomato puree, chili powder, and cayenne pepper and cook until the pot returns to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Stir in the shrimp. Cover and cook until the shrimp are pink, about 5 minutes.

  • Divide the rice among individual bowls and top with equal amounts of gumbo.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 362 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 49mg

  • Sodium: 397mg

  • Carbohydrate: 72g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Protein: 14g