Frequently Asked Questions

yes! it freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

You can thaw gumbo in the fridge, in a water bath, or in the microwave. The method you choose will depend on how much time you have, i.e. whether you’re in a hurry or not. 

Thaw gumbo in the refrigerator
Transfer the frozen gumbo from the freezer to the fridge. It will take 1 or 2 days to defrost, depending on how much gumbo you are thawing.

Thaw gumbo in a water bath
Place the gumbo container in a large bowl with room-temperature water until the stew begins to loosen from the sides of the container. Use this method if you’re short of time.

Thaw gumbo in the microwave

Place the gumbo container in the microwave with the lid sitting on top, not sealed. Select your microwave’s “defrost” setting, which is about 30% power, for about 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how much gumbo you’re heating up.

Reheating gumbo is my favorite part of cooking it because it means I get to enjoy it again and love it just as much as the first time! How? You can reheat gumbo on the stove or the microwave. 

To reheat gumbo on the stove, place the thawed gumbo in a large pot and reheat over medium heat until simmering. If using the microwave, place it on a microwave-safe dish and reheat it until the gumbo is heated through.