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Keto Gumbo

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This Keto Gumbo is a delicious, low-carb twist on the classic Creole dish. Packed with flavorful Andouille sausage, shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth, this one-pot meal brings the rich, comforting taste of gumbo without the carbs. Perfect for anyone on a keto diet, this hearty dish can be made in under an hour and is full of bold spices and satisfying ingredients.

Ingredients

12 oz Okra (fresh or frozen, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)

2 tbsp Olive oil

12 oz Andouille sausage (sliced thinly)

2 large Bell peppers (diced; red and green)

1/2 large Onion (diced)

1/2 cup Celery (diced)

4 cloves Garlic (minced)

8 cups Chicken broth (reduced sodium)

1 14.5-oz can Diced tomatoes (with liquid)

2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (start with 1 tbsp for mild spice)

1/2 tsp Sea salt (to taste)

24 oz Cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)

12 oz Medium shrimp (peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen)

1–3 tsp File powder (optional, for thicker gumbo)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

  2. Add sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. In the same pot, add diced bell peppers, onion, celery, and garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

  4. Add okra and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their liquid. Stir to combine.

  6. Add Cajun seasoning and sea salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.

  7. Add cauliflower rice and cooked sausage back into the pot. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.

  8. Stir in shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.

  9. If desired, add file powder 1 teaspoon at a time until achieving the desired thickness.

  10. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Reheating: Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in intervals, stirring occasionally.

Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/keto-gumbo/