Paleo Seafood Gumbo

Dive into the rich, bold flavors of this Paleo Seafood Gumbo, a hearty and wholesome spin on the classic Southern favorite. Packed with succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, and smoky andouille sausage, this grain-free recipe delivers all the comforting flavors without compromise. Fresh okra, tomatoes, and the "holy trinity" of onion, celery, and bell pepper create a vibrant, nourishing base, while a blend of smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of spice. Simmered in flavorful seafood stock, this gumbo is the perfect paleo-friendly dish to warm you up and satisfy your cravings. Garnished with fresh scallions and parsley, it’s a showstopping centerpiece for a dinner that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for seafood lovers and those sticking to paleo or gluten-free diets, this recipe is a must-try comfort food with a clean-eating twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup okra, sliced
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 pound crab meat
• 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes and sliced okra, and stir to combine with the other vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the seafood stock and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, stirring everything well to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to a low simmer and let the mixture cook for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Once the base has simmered, add the shrimp, crab meat, and sliced andouille sausage to the pot.

Step 9

Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the shrimp is pink and cooked through and the sausage is heated.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves from the pot, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot garnished with sliced scallions and chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3219.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1995.2

Total Fat 99.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1166.0mg	0%
Sodium 9718.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 208.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1084.5mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 6201.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.3%

Protein: 40.2%

Carbs: 16.6%