Shrimp and Okra Gumbo

Ingredients

• 4 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 lbs okra, sliced crosswise
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 1 gallon hot water

• 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, chopped

• 1 (10 ounce) can Ro-Tel tomatoes, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 medium jalapeno peppers, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup of brown roux
• 2 tablespoons oil

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in heavy saucepan.

2. 2

   Add sliced onions and okra, fry until brown around the edges. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until okra does not stick to pan (about 1 hour).

3. 3

   Add garlic, celery, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers and brown roux. Simmer for about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Add 1 gallon of hot water and shrimp. Add salt to taste.

5. 5

   Cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Serve over cooked rice.