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Definition of «gumbo»

Gumbo is a popular dish in Southern United States, particularly in Louisiana. It's a flavorful stew made with a roux (a mixture of flour and oil) as its base, followed by vegetables such as onions, bell peppers, and celery; meat like chicken or seafood; and seasonings including garlic, cumin, and paprika. The dish gets its thickness from the roux and can be served with rice or crusty bread. Gumbo is often associated with Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

Usage examples

  1. We went to a restaurant last night and enjoyed a delicious bowl of seafood gumbo.
  2. The chef prepared a flavorful gumbo with sausage, chicken, and okra.
  3. My grandmother makes the best gumbo I have ever tasted, and I always look forward to her Sunday lunches.
  4. During our trip to New Orleans, we made sure to try various gumbo recipes from different restaurants.
  5. I bought a cookbook that contains several gumbo recipes, and I can't wait to try them at home.
  6. The spicy Creole gumbo was the highlight of the dinner party.
  7. The traditional Louisiana gumbo is made with a dark roux, shrimp, and crab meat.
  8. I attended a cooking class where we learned how to make gumbo from scratch.
  9. We ordered a large pot of gumbo for our family gathering, and everyone loved it.
  10. The aroma of the simmering gumbo filled the kitchen, making it hard to resist indulging in a bowl.

Phrases with «gumbo»

Sentences with «gumbo»

  • In fact, with the exception of salt I couldn't even find one ingredient that was absolutely integral to the dozens of gumbo recipes I pored over. (isachandra.com)
  • NOTE: Equal portions of onion, celery and green pepper are known as the «holy trinity» in gumbo parlance. (bookpage.com)
  • If you're familiar with Cajun and Creole cooking, you're probably no stranger to using a roux as a thickening base, but you're probably more accustomed to a darker roux like that made for gumbo, which takes quite a bit of time and whisking over the stove! (kitchenistadiaries.com)
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