Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits

Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits

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Welcome to a culinary delight that brings a taste of the South right to your table! Our Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits is the perfect dish to warm your heart and soul during any meal of the day, whether it's a cozy morning breakfast or a delightful brunch with friends. This recipe is not only packed with flavor, but it's also dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

The star of this dish is the savory andouille sausage, which pairs beautifully with the succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables like okra and fresh tomatoes. Infused with a generous sprinkle of Cajun seasoning, this gumbo gravy is sure to awaken your taste buds and transport you to the bayous of Louisiana. The use of reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth ensures that you can indulge without guilt, while the stone-ground grits provide a creamy, comforting base that perfectly complements the rich flavors of the gumbo.

This recipe serves six and is an excellent choice for gatherings, family meals, or simply treating yourself to something special. With a preparation time of around 245 minutes, it's a labor of love that rewards you with a hearty, satisfying dish. Get ready to impress your guests or indulge in self-care with this delicious and wholesome meal that embodies warmth and hospitality!

Ingredients

  • ounces andouille sausage diced
  • 1.5 teaspoons cajun spice 
  • cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free reduced-sodium
  • tablespoons flour 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced green
  • servings spring onion sliced
  • cup okra fresh sliced
  • large plum tomatoes diced peeled seeded
  • pound shrimp raw deveined peeled
  • servings grits stone-ground
  • cup onion diced sweet
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Toss shrimp in Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl.
  2. Cook sausage in a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Add oil, onion, and next 2 ingredients; saut 3 minutes or until tender.
  4. Sprinkle Browned Flour over sausage mixture; stir until blended. Stir in chicken broth, and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, stirring often, and boil, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or until thickened.
  5. Add shrimp, okra, and tomatoes. Cook 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.
  6. Serve over grits.

Nutrition Facts

Calories344kcal
Protein24.12%
Fat28.26%
Carbs47.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.67
Glycemic Load
2.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.616086814715%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Luteolin
0.59mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
8.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:343.98kcal
17.2%
Fat:10.74g
16.52%
Saturated Fat:2.92g
18.23%
Carbohydrates:40.73g
13.58%
Net Carbohydrates:38.42g
13.97%
Sugar:3.25g
3.62%
Cholesterol:119.64mg
39.88%
Sodium:820.03mg
35.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.63g
41.25%
Selenium:37.44µg
53.48%
Phosphorus:293.51mg
29.35%
Vitamin C:19.37mg
23.48%
Vitamin K:23.8µg
22.67%
Vitamin B3:4.45mg
22.26%
Vitamin B12:1.19µg
19.88%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.14%
Vitamin A:875.04IU
17.5%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.95%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.76%
Copper:0.26mg
13.23%
Magnesium:50.66mg
12.66%
Potassium:435.42mg
12.44%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.41%
Folate:48.43µg
12.11%
Vitamin E:1.77mg
11.77%
Fiber:2.31g
9.24%
Iron:1.6mg
8.88%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.12%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.11%
Calcium:75.81mg
7.58%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.15%
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