50 States, 50 Sizzling Dishes: The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip Through The USA
Gumbo from Louisiana
In Louisiana, where the spice ain’t just in the heat, the king of the culinary jungle ain’t no fancy-pants lobster bisque. Nope, it’s gumbo. As for its origins, nobody knows for sure, but everyone claims they have the best recipe.
Think hearty broth simmered with whatever the swamp coughed up that day: shrimp, chicken, maybe even squirrel (no judgment, bayou life be tough). Celery, bell pepper, and onion make the flavor base that holds it together like a sassy auntie at a family reunion. One bite, and you’ll be saying, “Y’all come back now!” faster than you can say, “roux.”
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