One particularly prolific season for greens, they shared a Gumbo z’Herbes recipe that has since become a family favorite.

Roux arrived later, with the Cajuns ... served during Lent in New Orleans’ Catholic communities. Here are 10 gumbo recipes that display the versatility and adaptability of this iconic stew.

This recipe for a nutrient-rich, vegetable-forward stew riffs on a style of Creole gumbo traditionally made vegetarian for ... just until the mixture, or roux, smells toasty, about 5 minutes. Add the ...

Gumbo commonly is made with meat or ... this is sometimes in addition to a dark roux made with fat and flour. This recipe delivers a flavorful, meat-free stew that’s hearty but not heavy ...

It is made with a flavorful shrimp stock, a coffee-colored roux, and filé powder. This savory and tomato-free gumbo from recipe developer Ian Knauer calls for a roux the color of peanut butter ...

A mouthwatering bowl of gumbo is not just an iconic dish, but an invitation to learn about the foodways of Louisiana. “I have to be careful about speaking in terms of specific rules [about gumbo],” ...