(1)I MOST DEFINITELY WASHED MY HANDS AFTER HANDLING THE CHICKEN. I'VE ALWAYS REGRETTED EDITING IT OUT. HECK YEAH AVOID CROSS CONTAMINATION AT ALL TIMES. SO IF YOU WERE WONDERING, OF COURSE I WASHED MY HANDS. (2)YES THERE IS GUMBO FILE IN THIS RECIPE. I EDITED IT OUT OF THE FOOTAGE BY MISTAKE BUT IT IS ON THE WRITTEN RECIPE. I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF LEARNING HOW TO EDIT 7 YEARS AGO AND BABY I LEARNED FROM THIS VIDEO WHAT TO LEAVE IN, AND OUT, WHEN EDITING AND BE MORE MINDFUL OF WHAT I'M DOING DURING "POST PRODUCTION" TO MAKE SURE MY POINT IS DRIVEN HOME AND THE AUDIENCE GETS THE POINT. (3) NO, I DID NOT ADD OKRA BECAUSE MY FAMILY AND I DON'T LIKE IT. HOWEVER, YOU MAY ADD IT TO THE POT WITH THE CHICKEN OR TOWARDS THE END OF THE COOKING PROCESS, MAYBE THE LAST 30 MINUTES OR SO, DEPENDING ON HOW YOU PREFER THE TEXTURE. CLICK : GUMBO RECIPE LINK: bit.ly/1wKVWCP

@Texas903G

7 жыл бұрын

The File made my Gumbo too thick but I'm gonna cook it like i have been though thank you sweetheart.

@rosemarie8588

7 жыл бұрын

CookingWithCarolyn Hi do you have a recipe for pot roast? I enjoy your recipes so much. I appreciate it. Thanks

@nola305

7 жыл бұрын

I'm from New Orleans (who also makes gumbo), and this is one of the BEST recipes I've seen so far, i think NEXT time I'll make a pot, I'll use some of YOUR techniques.........WELL DONE!

@kkain123

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Carolyn! Love your channel of course. You had a video on sweet potato pies that was really helpful for me. I was sitting here saying I wanted to make Gumbo and I wondered if you had a video and sure enough, you do! Thank you so much!

@TheAlexandereands

7 жыл бұрын

You could have put to much file. Gumbo is file base or okra base. It's not Gumbo with out it.

I don't know what was more impressive, the gumbo or that gorgeous stove.

@kendrawood4698

7 жыл бұрын

MadeInVolantis right lol the kitchen itself is equally attractive lol

Gumbo file is really "ground sassafras" and it gives Gumbo a fantastic depth of flavor, add it to taste and there is a such thing as "too much". My shrimp shells were removed and deveined. I used smoke sausage and andouille sausage. The recipe link is in the description box for reference. Thanks so much :)

I made this for the first time today, and my oil was too hot and burnt my rue. I heard your voice telling me to start over lol

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

LOL!

After asking several freaking people and being shut down BC of family secrets I rally thank you for making me and my husband weekend

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I was able to help LaCrayshal :) Don't those family secrets drive you nuts...either share it or shut up LOL (that's how we talk to each other in my family). I kept it simple now you can expand it if you want to.

I tried to make gumbo once and I failed my family and I went to Jackson Florida I had the best gumbo so I came back home found your recipe and tried again-it was a great success you made me a superstar with this recipe thank you so much

I just made this and it was so good I ate myself into a GUMBO coma!!! I cooked the 7-Up pound cake but I'm too full to cut it right now!!! Thank you!!!

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

You're welcome hun. I'm so happy you like it.

i am happy to see an open minded cook who doesn't pretend she/he is the unrivalled authority! greetings from Greece.

when I went to visit my daughter out-of-state she asked if we can make some gumbo like Nana used to...! I had seen my mom make her gumbo for years but didn't exactly know the recipe. mom's been gone for many years but my daughter remembers her gumbo. .... So of course, I started checking out KZread and came across yours. it was the closest to her recipe.( with the exception of some Louisiana oysters. ) thank you so so much for this recipe . it was a great bonding time for my daughter and I and it really made me miss my mom.

Howdy from Texas!!! A lady friend of mine happens to be from 'Nawlins and is staying the weekend, so I'm gonna try and close the gap between friend and something a little more with a bowl of seafood gumbo! Thanks for the help Miss Carolyn, stay real!! 😊😊😊

I'm making this tonight; chopping the vegetables after I finish this glass of wine. Cannot wait. Thanks, C!

One of the best ways to a man's heart....good cookin' :D

@kenyaette OMG YES! You got the point. That's what I've been saying all along. Gumbo can be made thousands of different ways. It just depends on where you're from and you're own taste. There's no one way to make a dish. There are so many variations and there's plenty of room for all of them :)

@freddiecoleman7497

9 жыл бұрын

CookingWithCarolyn Very true. It took me a few times and pointers before I learned. Now people call on me to make it for their special occasions. I love your video as I'm always looking for new ideas. Do you use the bay leaves in place of say a crab boil bag?

@kimberlywilliams9749

8 жыл бұрын

+CookingWithCarolyn Hi I attempted your recipe today. It was my first Gumbo. To me the liquid was gravyesque in consistency, was that the goal? I know my aunts is more, for lack of a better word, gunky. I guess I would describe gunky as more fluid but not watery? In your recipe, because I saw where it said you used file but I couldn't find the link to see how much to use so based on that recipe how much file do you use.....Thanks Bunches

@altonza

8 жыл бұрын

+CookingWithCarolyn This is the first video I've seen of yours and I'm very impressed. I noticed you spoke about growing up... may I ask what part of the South?

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+TheDurhamBull I'm not from the South side of the country but I am from the South side of L.A....I was raised in SOUTH CENTRAL L.A. to be exact. Not every cute Black woman that can cook is from the South (even though that's what most people think) LOL!! But it's cool, I'm glad you watched and cooked with me for a few minutes :D

@altonza

8 жыл бұрын

CookingWithCarolyn So true... keep up the good work. 2 thumbs up!!!

I made this gumbo over the weekend and it was awesome. I added some okra and everyone loved it! I followed the recipe and I made my roux a little darker which I had to stir for almost 45 minutes. It was so worth!! Thank you so much for sharing!!

It's 3 am and I'm over here crying because I've been craving gumbo for ever and I would kill to have some of yours. I would make it myself but I can't cook, I'm not allowed near the stove after I set some toast on fire T^T

Carolyn you're one of the best on KZread.

Carolyn, with you on the countertop leading me, I made my FIRST gumbo EVER last night. I wasn't sure how it would go over at the Christmas party (I live in Orange County California with a high Caucasian population) but it was a HIT!! Girl, those people SCRAPED my pot CLEAN! You are so awesome for posting this. Can't thank you enough! ~Sincerely, An Instant Fan

I've made this so many times and my family loves it. thank you so much

File Powder is ground sassafras and it adds a great layer of flavor to the gumbo that 99% of the people that make it can't live without. Depending on where you're from in the U.S. it can be added to the pot or it can be added to each individuals bowl.

it's holiday season again and I'm back here for a third year in a row because your method is like no other!!! I'll always make sure to refer people to your video!!

I Wish My Mama Forced Me To Cook

Too bad there isn't a love button I Love this recipe!! Thank you❤

@CookingWithCarolyn

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Flora :)

Making a roux is just like making pan gravy (for those who use flour) you just cook the flour longer until it gets very, very dark. I like my roux almost black!

@lelalandry2872

7 жыл бұрын

A. Perkins me 3

@SeptiaWoman

7 жыл бұрын

Agreed! And word to the wise? As you make your roux, be sure to continuously stir and keep the flame rather low.

@backoff7659

7 жыл бұрын

I started cooking my roux in the over while I'm doing all the other prep. work, you get it started on the stove top and add it uncovered to a 300deg. oven and stir it every 30 min. or so, and you don't run the risk of burning it, plus you don't have to stand over it for 30-45 min. Also, like Carolyn I pre-cook my chicken on my electric smoker for about 20 min. to infuse the chicken with that Jack Daniel's oak smoke flavor I luv, lol !!! P.S. Great video Carolyn, your very photogenic and composed in your videos, would love to see you on the food network with your own show, and yes you are cute , even if your not from Texas, lol !!!

Merry Christmas Ms Carolyn. My husband and I tried your recipe today and we are so thankful you shared this video with everyone because it turned out amazingly. It's the perfect thickness, the perfect flavor. It's just great. We've always wanted gumbo, but never had it, because we didn't have anyone to make it for us. Now we'll be using this to make our own from now on! 🙂

THANKYOU! Just made the BEST GUMBO of my life, thanks to you Carolyn! And Chris too (the man behind the camera!)

@mariettaga Thanks! I am from the South :D LOL...South Los Angeles. But really my Mom and Dad's family is from the south. Glad you're enjoying the recipes and videos.

Carolyn, you make some good foods, always. When my family and I aren't eating enchiladas, tacos, or tamales, I whip up some of your fine recipes. :-)

Great gumboliciousness. I love dat stove too. Wish list

@laquisadavis5766

8 жыл бұрын

gumboliciousness needs to be added to Webster dictionaries worldwide 😂😂😂😂😂😂

Miss Carolyn, you are right on point with this Gumbo Recipe! Im from New Iberia, Louisiana and i cook Seafood Gumbo almost every weekend. I used to do the Roux exactly like you did yours, but i got lazy and started using the jar Roux! lol I need to get back in the game and start doing my Roux from scratch, again. I never tried it with those kinds if Crabs, we always use the Blue Crabs, but thanks for this video, i will def try it with the Crabs you used. Love your Channel! 💕

Heading to the store now. I'm from Houston and I make mine the exact same way. I'm crawfish tails in mine also!!!

I'm from Southeast Texas, about 45 minutes from Louisiana. I like my gumbo spicy, so my dad and I like to use Party Time Zummo sausages. It taste really great!! Plus after serving it we put hot sauce, and slap ya mama seasoning for those who like it really spicy. I wonder if I'm the only one who likes these particular items?? lol

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

You sound like me and some of my family. The spicier the better lol

This is the perfect recipe and it looks so easy to make. I'm also glad there's no okra in the ingredients. I am trying this tomorrow!!

@lelechelle

7 жыл бұрын

Moon princess Love I love okrA too

@Thelifeofgisel

6 жыл бұрын

For reals where can you buy okra in la??

making gumbo roux is like making praline candy

I made this and my husband keeps begging me to make more. Thanks alot!

*Grinning* You knocked 'em dead. I love it!

Oh yum!! I've been binge watching your videos. All of them look so good!

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much :)

Carolyn I so agree... I think every family has their own way they mix it..., lol. I was taught to boil my chicken for the broth.... We also make the roux in cast iron and add it to the broth.... Thank for sharing!!;;

You are so awesome for making this slightly easier cause gumbo is one intimidating dish even more when you don't have grandma in the kitchen to help, Thank you. Have a good day I'm going to go try this recipe (:

I'm wrapping up my gumbo right now and I can tell it's going to be amazing! Thank you for this easy to follow recipe. I tasted it about five minutes after adding the chicken stock and I was worried that it tasted so bland. After adding the seafood and letting it simmer I was amazed at how the flavors began to come together. It seems like the longer it simmers the richer the flavor gets.

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

moraalli You did it! :D I'm glad you liked it.

So tonight 6/28/15 I made gumbo for the first time with my GF and I came out GREAT!!! My set back was the roux was caramel light and not dark, so next time ill cook the roux a little longer, but the gumbo file did make it a little dark. Thank you Carolyn!!! Thumbs up :)

DAMN!!! Carolyn you're killin me here! I fell out when you presented that bowl of gumbo and rice. I love gumbo, but...it takes so much work to make it. I'd pay you to make some for me!

Yes Ms. Carolyn your recipe is on point!!I I cooked it yesterday and he came out excellent!

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hun :)

Awesome. This is what we are fixing for Christmas !

I used to eat this with my family every year for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve! I have been trying to find the recipe for years! Thank you so much!

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

Thank for giving it a try :)

this looks so good mane i have to try this for christmas

Carolyn I cooked gumbo yesterday using your step-by-step video. I am extremely pleased with the end results. I've had some very good gumbo, but this batch of gumbo put the others to shame. My husband loved it! Thanks to you I now feel like I can make the PERFECT pot of gumbo whenever I please. Happy New Years to you and yours.

Thank you Carolyn I made my first pot of gumbo and it was delicious. I followed your step by step instructions I even went out and bought a wooden spoon cause I didn't want anything to go wrong. My gumbo turned out GREAT! 👍 THANKS AGAIN!

I tried to make gumbo again for like the fifth time, and it finally came out delicious. I used Showboat beef hot links because they're my favorite, and I couldn't find any chicken andouille sausages. But this time, I cut them into slices and boiled them (TWICE) to get rid of the excess grease. I also put tilapia cutlets in the gumbo to substitute for crab. Thanks for this recipe!

Carolyn I am sitting over here taking notes on this gumbo! I am cooking it for Christmas and you make it all seem so simple if I just do it as you instructed. I will let you know how it turns out! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

Garrick Wade No need for notes here's the link to the recipe gdseasoning.com/recipes/view/seafood_gumbo/ from the description box

Your gumbo looks delicious, I make mine with a dry roux, and potato salad on the side!

Man this looks good! This is how I'd want to make my first gumbo. I can't wait until that day comes.

I LOVE watching this video while I'm making gumbo! Thank you so much! my gumbo comes out delicious EVERY TIME thanks to you!

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear that Louise :) You're welcome.

OMG !!! My family always wants Gumbo for Christmas .I always make my roux in the oven. The way my creole grandparents have done for years. Christmas blessings to you Chef Carolyn and your family !

I'm making this for Christmas my first time making gumbo and ur helping me out a lot. lol they need to put u on the food network

@SeeThis111

7 жыл бұрын

lameisha givens me too, everybody's ready to eat and have no clue this is my first well second time. lol my first was alright

Finally tried this recipe! Love it, thanks so much!!!!!

Yum, Yum!!! I love watching you make gumbo, I will use your receipt b/c I could not believe the time in which it was cooked & completed....

I am going to try this for thanksgiving 2016. Thank you

@CamiCola

7 жыл бұрын

Makeba Henry me too

Now this is the best Gumbo recipe I've seen. Easy to do and looks delicious. Well done Lady! I'm subscribing.

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Theresa! :D

Yum looks divine! Saw other recipes that took 6 hours. I love how this one is only 2 hours! Thank you I’ll be trying this recipe in the future😆

I like your stove/oven. Could you please tell me what type/brand its is? By the way I enjoy your recipes.

Your recipe seems so easy to make not intimidating at all like most that i see.. Keep the video's coming please...

Yes

Omg!! Carolyn hank you for posting this video..i made some for my gf and she LOVED it! Best recipe ever!

Follow the recipe and directions... my gumbo came out excellent! Thanks!

@CookingWithCarolyn

7 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! Thanks for giving it a try :)

I just shared this recipe with my mom, she really likes it and always wanted to give it a try, I'm sure it will turn out great! Thanks, Merry Christmas.

@tvluckey I am so glad to hear that. Have a safe and great holiday season :D

You've got the recipe, but you've also manage to capture the soul of a good gumbo, and that is really what it's all about.

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much :)

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE GUMBO AND YOU EXPLAINED EVERYTHING SO WELL I AM MAKING THIS FOR XMAS THANK YOU! :-)

Why not saute the veggies in the cast iron skillet? Either way it looks delicious!

This video is how I discovered you and the rest of your wonderful recipes. This gumbo has become a staple for our Christmas dinner.

Got a pot of this going right now. Can't wait!

Do you or will you in the future have a recipe for Cajun stuffed bell peppers?

TIME TO MAKE MORE GUMBO CAROLYN! IT'S OCTOBER AND GETTING COLD! LOL!

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+Joel Dunmore LOL! Alright Joel :)

@LADYDAEE

8 жыл бұрын

+CookingWithCarolyn why not cook the sausage prior to adding to the roux? I would think there is less or no grease from the sausage.

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+LADYDAEE You can, but my sausage were chicken aundouille which is way less fat than the pork version plus I used skinless breast so my "grease" factor was way lower. You have full control of what goes in

@varinia48 Oh, so glad you guys liked it. I'm so honored that you both tried the recipe. Have a great and safe Holiday season :D

I made this on this past Saturday and it came out AWESOME!!! I got the roux right the first time, it was a lot of prep work but oh so worth it. Thank you Carolyn!!!

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Claudette :D

You must be from Louisiana, cause you cook it just like my granddad did!. I would have to tether you to the kitchen girl, LOL!

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+bassreeves1965 LOL!!

Come on CAROLYN!!! COME OONN Lol that's good gumbo right there. New subscriber :)

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Peoples Thanks for subbing Daniel!

I love this recipe. Can't wait to try it with my family.

Thanks you really made this look easy. I will try it tomorrow.

I like that fact, Carolyn is viewing the whole processing not switching views all the time so you can watch and follow along. Hand on Training

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks so very much. I try :)

I made this back in January for New Years Day! It was such a hit!! What a great recipe! I was looking hard for a good recipe and happened to come across your recipe on your seasoning website! I've been a fan every since, but now I need to order some of your seasoning!;) Thank you for sharing !

@CookingWithCarolyn

10 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it Leah!

I just love your videos!!!! You got some serious skills going on there. I really enjoyed this video right here. Never had gumbo, never made it before, but after watching this, I may have to attempt to make this. Thank you. ☺

Thank you, Carolyn. Making that tonight for guests. Awesome.

Can you be my mom?

nice I'm making mines with lobster too

Thanks so much Hun, you too :D

Never seen gumbo made so simple yes gumbo does seem intimidating 😊

This looks so good and easy I'm going to try this on Sunday for my family dinner

Best cooking channel by far! Thank you for the recipes! ❤️

Girl you are my youtube boo. This stuff was on point. I just made some this morning and it was delish. Even my picky/grumpy aunt liked it, and that's saying something (lol!). Thank you for the cooking tips. This meal was pretty cheap cost-wise to make for myself and will last me throughout the week or be frozen if I get tired of eating it.

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+Marvin Simelton Thanks so much Marvin :D

@PaulaandBobby Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

I've been searching for a gumbo recipe, for a while. Gumbo under 2hours is what I need, living in NYC. The way you explain things and the way you demonstrated things were on point. Gonna try THIS Sunday for my soul food dinner! Thanks!

@CookingWithCarolyn

8 жыл бұрын

+Susan Boose You're welcome Susan :)

God woman. I tried this for the first ever time. Where have you been all my life. In Scotland we eat stew but I now only eat gumbo......

Thank you so much for your videos!!! I never cooked gumbo before, but this is the only video that has motivated me to cook gumbo. We will be having it for Christmas this year...I just love your videos keep up the great work!!

Followed your recipe and it's delicious! Thank you, Ms. Carolyn!

Carolyn...PERFECT RECIPE!!! So easy to follow. Made this for my honey yesterday and it turned out FABULOUSLY! And being raised in Louisiana I know my gumbo. Perfect way to kick off the new year. I'm a fan now. Looking forward to trying more of your dishes. Happy New Year, love! XO!

@CookingWithCarolyn

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shanna! I'm glad you decided to stick around :)

omg thank u so much. Blessing you are to all.

This looks amazing ! Thank you for sharing

I love it! I can't wait to try this!

I'm from Louisiana an I watch my grandma show me the same way you done it! and yes it can't be beaten!

@CookingWithCarolyn

7 жыл бұрын

Cool!