Winter Vegetarian Gumbo

Although this recipe might not be considered authentic gumbo, it is a delicious vegetarian spin and features okra and Cajun seasoning. With parsnips, carrots, onions, and celery it also uses many vegetables that are easy to find in the winter.
Winter Vegetarian Gumbo
Author/Source:
Regan @ Onceamonthmom.com
Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups all purpose flour
- 0.5 cups olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery stalk, chopped
- 1 cup tomato, chopped
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 2 cups parsnips, chopped
- 1 cup okra, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 Tablespoon cajun spice
- 2 cups rice, for serving
- salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Place oil in large pot. Heat over medium-high heat and add flour. Cook until golden, around 3 minutes. Add vegetables, salt, and pepper. Lower heat to medium high and cover. Cook until vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally. Add broth and Cajun spice. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Serve over rice.
Freezing Directions:
Allow to completely cool. Portion into freezer bags, label, and freeze. To serve: Thaw in fridge overnight. Place in a large pot over medium high heat and heat until warm. Serve with rice.
Servings: 4
**conversion chart image provided by Erik Spiekermann


I’d like to make this recipe, but that seems like a lot of oil!?! Half a cup?? I’ve never seen a recipe call or that much, just wanting to make sure thats right!
It is a lot, but it’s correct. Feel free to substitute butter, as well. I’ve done that a few times and it is also delicious!
Made this for dinner tonight and it was EXCELLENT. My husband kept saying he thought it was a restaurant-quality dish! Really simple and tasty for a cold night’s dinner. Yum.
Thank you, Brandi! I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed it!