Dark Roux, Deep Flavor: My Gumbo Secret

Making a dark roux for gumbo is my favorite part of Louisiana cooking. Here’s how I do it: Start with equal parts flour and oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Stir constantly—no breaks! Keep stirring as the color changes from pale to peanut butter, then keep going until it’s a deep chocolate brown. This takes patience, about 20-30 minutes, but it’s worth every second. Once you hit that dark, rich color, add your veggies right away to stop the roux from cooking further. A dark roux gives gumbo that bold, nutty flavor I love. If you want real Louisiana taste, don’t rush it! #roux #gumbo #louisianacooking #Food #Cooking