Shrimp Sausage Gumbo Instant Pot or NotThis paleo, Whole. Instant Pot, and just a little longer on the stovetop. Todays recipe comes from my friend Megans book, The Big 1. Paleo Cookbook. If you dont have it, you need to get your hands on it as soon as possible. Its full of simple but delicious paleo recipes made with straightforward ingredients. The book has 1. 5 chapters, each focusing on recipes made with one of the big 1. I chose to make the gumbo recipe from the shrimp chapter, and while I wondered how it would turn out since its made with just a handful of everyday ingredients, I was definitely not disappointed. You dont have to bother with a rouxthis paleo shrimp and sausage gumbo gets its great flavor from vegetables, healthy cooking fat, and Creole seasoning, plus the shrimp and sausage themselves. Megan recommends using shell on shrimp for better flavor. I was hesitant at first, but after trying it I really do think the gumbo has more flavor due to having the shrimp shells in while it cooks. Using unpeeled shrimp also makes it harder to overcook them, which is often a problem with quick cooking shrimp. Its a little messy peeling the saucy shrimp, but its also kind of fun. I love a good hands on eating experience If you dont, you can peel them beforehand or even buy pre peeled shrimp. This shrimp and sausage gumbo is a perfect way to celebrate Mardi Gras at home if you cant make it down to the Big Easy this year, or just to warm up on any chilly winter night. Shrimp Sausage Gumbo CrockpotIts great with rice or cauliflower rice. I like to make my rice into a little cylinder by packing it into a greased half cup ramekin or measuring cup and inverting it into the middle of a shallow bowl before serving the gumbo. I dont think cauliflower rice will stay in a molded shape, but its just as delicious in a messy pile. There are so many other recipes from The Big 1. Paleo Cookbook that I cant wait to try, from Banh Mi Tacos and Paleo Ginger Beet Sorbet to Crustless Broccoli Torte and Chili Lime Sweet Potato Fries. And Ill definitely make this shrimp and sausage gumbo again and again every time Im craving a spicy and comforting dinner Shrimp Sausage Gumbo Instant Pot or NotThis paleo, Whole. Instant Pot, and just a little longer on the stovetop. Author Becky Winkler adapted with permission from The Big 1. Paleo Cookbook by Megan Flynn PetersonRecipe type Gluten free, Grain free, Shrimp, Sausage, Dinner. This authentic little recipe uses the king of all sausages, spicy andouille sausage, with shrimp and traditional gumbo fixings. Simmering the shrimp. Shrimp Sausage Gumbo RecipeGumbo is a thick soup with whatever seafood, meat or poultry happens to be on hand. Follow this recipe to make shrimp and andouille sausage gumbo. Cajun or Creole seasoning. Sea salt. Freshly ground black pepper. Fresh parsley andor chives, for serving. Put the ghee in the Instant Pot and push Saut. When the pot says Hot, add the sausage and brown it for 2 3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a plate. Add the pepper, celery, onion, and Cajun seasoning to the pot and saut for 1 2 minutes, until very fragrant. Push Keep WarmCancel. Add the browned sausage, tomatoes, chicken stock, and bay leaves to the Instant Pot and stir. Easy Berry Cobbler. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure its set to Sealing. Push Manual and adjust the time to 5 minutes. The Instant Pot will automatically begin cooking and will come to high pressure before beginning to count down from 5 minutes. When the time is up, push Keep WarmCancel. Carefully move the valve to Venting to release the pressure manually. Shrimp Sausage Gumbo Slow Cooker' title='Shrimp Sausage Gumbo Slow Cooker' />Remove the lid and push Saut. Add the shrimp and cook for 3 4 minutes, or until the shrimp are just opaque throughout. Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot topped with parsley or chives, alongside rice or cauliflower rice if desired. To make this recipe stovetop, brown the sausage in a large saucepan and then transfer it to a plate. Add the onion, pepper, and celery, and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the browned sausage, tomatoes, stock, and bay leaves and bring to a simmer, then cook for at least 3. Add the shrimp 5 minutes before you plan on serving the gumbo, and make sure the shrimp are opaque. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish, and serve. I received a free copy of The Big 1. Paleo Cookbook for review purposes, but as always, all opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase on Amazon after clicking one of my links, I receive a small commission the price you pay is not affected.