The history of Gumbo is complex. The Big 3 ingredients have different roots. Gumbo is derived from the West African word for okra, filé by way of the Choctaws Indians, and the roux is French. Most familiar are gumbos made of chicken and sausage, but references to seafood gumbo appear in print as early as 1885.
I’ve been eating gumbo my whole life . Finally a recipe that makes sense and teaches people about okra. Thank you
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Mary Sacks
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Retired Certified Executive Chef and Educator