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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/