Creole Okra Gumbo
Photo by Holly A, HeyserOkra gumbo. Sounds redundant, eh? Doesn’t all gumbo need okra? Well, no, actually. Gumbo needs at least one of the three standard thickeners: a roux; filé, which is powdered sassafras leaves; and/or yes, okra. This Creole gumbo is a fascinating, wonderful example of a lighter gumbo with no roux. No roux, …