For a richer flavor, use homemade turkey or chicken broth. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level. A pinch of smoked paprika can also add depth. Gumbo is even better the next day! Flavors meld and deepen as it sits. Serve over white rice or try it with a scoop of cheesy grits for a Southern twist.
Spicy Turkey Gumbo
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS18
Transform your leftover turkey into a deeply flavorful and soul-satisfying gumbo. Our recipe features a simplified, oven-baked roux and a vibrant blend of spices for a truly unforgettable culinary experience.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol108 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1578 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). For the roux, stir flour and avocado oil together in a small baking dish until smooth.
02
StepBake roux in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until it is a dark caramel color (60 to 90 minutes). Stir well, and set aside until needed.
03
StepAdd 2 tablespoons vegetable oil to a large soup pot over medium-high heat, and add sausage. Cook, stirring, for a few minutes until the sausage is lightly browned; remove to a bowl.
04
StepAdd onions and salt to the pot; cook, stirring, for a few minutes, until onions start to turn translucent. Stir in bell pepper, celery, black pepper, and cayenne, and cook until vegetables start to soften and take on some color (a few minutes more).
05
StepSprinkle in the 2 tablespoons flour, and cook, stirring, until flour has started to toast and stick to the bottom of the pan (about 4 minutes). Stir in prepared roux. Add broth and reserved sausage.
06
StepStir everything together, and bring broth to a simmer (heat can be raised to high until mixture reaches a simmer). Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.
07
StepAdd turkey, and cook for 30 to 40 minutes. Excess fat can be skimmed off the surface.
08
StepReduce heat to low; stir in parsley and green onions. Cook about 5 minutes more; taste for seasoning and adjust. Ladle into bowls; top with a scoop of white rice.
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Marcia Upton
Jun 22, 2025I've tried several gumbo recipes, and this is by far the best!
Bernita Brown
Jun 19, 2025My family loved this recipe. Thank you for sharing!
Joel Kris
Jun 16, 2025The instructions were easy to follow, and the gumbo was delicious.
Fannie Pfannerstill
May 18, 2025I added some okra for a more traditional gumbo flavor.
Adella Harvey
May 7, 2025Great flavor and just the right amount of spice for my taste.
Linda Senger
Apr 30, 2025This recipe is amazing! The oven roux is a game-changer.
Murray Gislason
Apr 27, 2025I made this for a Mardi Gras party, and it was a huge hit!
Lulu Kihn
Apr 23, 2025The perfect way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey.