Asparagus Gumbo
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This asparagus gumbo is my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in under an hour with ingredients you probably already have at home. I love how the fresh asparagus brings a wonderful earthiness to this creamy, spiced comfort bowl, and it's packed with folate and vitamins that make me feel good about what I'm eating. The key is building a flavorful base with caramelized onions and garlic, then letting the warming spices do their magic. It's simple enough for a casual Tuesday night but impressive enough to serve when friends drop by.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gasparagus
- 60 mlolive oil
- 1 kgonion
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 1 cmginger
- 1 gcayenne pepper
- 1 gpaprika
- 1 gturmeric
- 1 gchili flakes
- 1 gsalt
- 1 gblack pepper
- 60 groux(Make from equal parts flour and fat)
- 400 mlchicken broth
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 1 sprigsthyme
- 2 leafbay leaves
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the oil.
- 2
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Tip: Stir occasionally.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4
Add the cayenne pepper, paprika, turmeric, and chili flakes and cook for 1 minute.
Tip: Stir constantly.
- 5
Add the salt and black pepper and stir to combine.
Tip: Taste and adjust as needed.
- 6
Add the roux and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Tip: Make sure the roux is well combined and lightly browned.
- 7
Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking constantly.
Tip: Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low.
- 8
Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
Tip: Bring to a simmer.
- 9
Add the asparagus and thyme and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
Tip: Stir occasionally.
- 10
Add the bay leaves and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Tip: Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions and a dollop of heavy cream if desired.
Tip: Enjoy!
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