New Orleans Creole Gumbo (Seafood + Okra)

Posted by Manjeri Skincare Team on

Benefits: Shrimp and crab are packed with zinc and selenium to boost skin renewal and defense. Okra’s mucilage helps soothe gut lining and reduce skin irritation, while tomatoes provide antioxidant lycopene.

Skin Concern: Inflammation, eczema flare-ups, acne-prone skin

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Serves: 2

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 lb wild shrimp, peeled

  • 1/2 cup lump crab meat

  • 1/2 cup sliced okra

  • 1/2 onion, chopped

  • 1/2 bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes

  • 2 cups fish or veggie broth

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp Creole seasoning

Instructions:

  • Sauté Veggies: In a pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, pepper, garlic, and okra until tender.

  • Simmer: Add tomatoes, seasoning, and broth. Simmer for 20–30 minutes.

  • Add Seafood: Stir in shrimp and crab. Simmer until shrimp is pink and cooked through (5–7 mins).

  • Serve: Garnish with scallions and serve over wild rice or millet.

Shopping Tips:

  • Choose wild, sustainably caught shellfish.

  • Use salt-free Creole seasoning to keep it skin-friendly.

Cooking Tips:

  • Add a spoonful of apple cider vinegar to enhance flavor and gut benefits.

  • Want heat? Finish with cayenne or jalapeño slices.

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