Ingredients
3tbspVegetable Oil
⅓cupall-purpose flour
2red bell peppersribs and seeds removed, chopped
1mediumonionfinely chopped
2garlic clovesminced
1tspdried oregano
1tbsptomato paste
4cupschicken broth
1tbspHot sauceoptional
Coarse salt and ground pepper
10ozokrafrozen, sliced
8ozsausagesmoked
4cupschickenshredded
½lbshrimplarge
Preparation
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium.
Add flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until pale golden, 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in bell peppers, onion, garlic, and oregano; season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have started to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, tomato paste and hot sauce if using.
Stir in the okra, chicken, and sausage. Bring to a boil, and turn the heat down to medium. Stir in the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
