Gf Okra Gumbo

robin g's Note:

Serve over hot white Louisiana rice.

• Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 18

• 3 cups okra , sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ cup gluten-free rice flour mix , I like Whole Foods'
• ¼ cup canola oil
• 1 cup onion , diced
• 1 cup bell pepper , diced
• 1 cup celery , diced
• 4 garlic cloves , minced
• 2 vegetarian chicken bouillon cubes (enough for 4 c liquid)
• 3 cups water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning
• Crystal hot sauce , to taste

Directions:

1. Fry okra in olive oil until brown and less stringy.
2. Make dark roux with flour and canola oil.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until soft.
4. Add water, bouillon, and seasonings. Don't over season! The flavors will continue to develop.
5. Cook for 3hrs on high in a slow cooker. Allow to cool, refrigerate, and serve reheated the next day.