Recipes

Goose Gumbo

December 31, 2024 / alabama / arkansas / goose / louisiana / migratory bird / mississippi

Inspired by the culinary traditions of Louisiana, this rich and flavorful gumbo features tender goose meat.

Inspired by the culinary traditions of Louisiana, this rich and flavorful gumbo features tender goose meat. Gumbo is a dish that brings together diverse influences, from French to African, and transforms them into something uniquely Southern. The slow-simmered flavors are a testament to the care and time required for truly memorable meals.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs goose breast, cubed
  • 1 cup celery, diced (garden-grown)
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (garden-grown)
  • 1 medium onion, diced (garden-grown)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Make a roux by cooking flour and oil over medium heat, stirring constantly, until deep brown.
  2. Add celery, bell peppers, and onions. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in goose, sausage, stock, and seasoning. Simmer for 1.5 hours.
  4. Serve hot over cooked white rice.

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