Preparation Method
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, celery, and green bell pepper.
- Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the chopped okra, Roma tomatoes, and all the spices (bay leaves, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano leaves, paprika, and salt).
- Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Serve the gumbo over cooked rice.
* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.