Zatarain's Gumbo Mix — 7 oz Pack of 8, New Orleans–Style with Long-Grain Rice & Seasoned Roux

Zatarain's Gumbo Mix is a ready-to-cook New Orleans–style gumbo base with long-grain rice, seasoned roux and bell peppers that makes a full meal in about 30 minutes.

This 7 oz mix (available as an eight-pack) combines long-grain rice with a savory, seasoned roux and real red and green bell peppers to give you an authentic Creole-flavored starting point. Simply add one pound of cooked chicken, smoked sausage or seafood cut into bite-size pieces, follow the quick stovetop steps, and you’ll have a hearty gumbo without long prep or specialty ingredients. It’s made without added MSG* and contains no artificial colors, so it delivers classic taste with fewer compromises.

How quickly can I have gumbo on the table?

You can serve a hot, finished gumbo in roughly 30 minutes when you start with cooked protein. The mix streamlines the most time-consuming elements—seasoning and rice—so your active time is short.

• Prep: 5–10 minutes to chop and warm pre-cooked meat or seafood
• Cook: stir and simmer with the mix for about 20 minutes
• Serves: family-sized portions when paired with a pound of protein

What proteins and variations work best with this gumbo mix?

Zatarain’s Gumbo Mix is designed to be versatile: chicken and smoked sausage, shrimp and okra, or mixed seafood all pair well. Use precooked proteins to speed cooking, or add raw items early for a single-pot finish; adjust simmering time accordingly.

• Chicken & sausage: classic hearty option with bold, smoky flavor
• Shrimp & okra: a lighter, seafood-forward version with traditional texture
• Vegetable-forward: add mushrooms, bell peppers and okra for a meatless pot

What flavors and ingredients are included in the mix?

The mix contains a seasoned roux base and real red and green bell peppers combined with long-grain rice to create a rich, savory profile. It brings Creole-inspired spices and a thickening roux so you don’t need to make roux from scratch.

• Seasoned roux: provides color, body and a toasty, savory backbone
• Real vegetables: diced red and green bell peppers for freshness and texture
• Long-grain rice: cooks in the pot to absorb gumbo flavor and round out the meal

Are there any dietary or preparation notes I should know?

The mix contains no added monosodium glutamate* and uses no artificial colors, but you should check the package for full ingredient and allergen details. Because it’s a concentrated seasoning and rice combination, taste and salt levels can be adjusted after cooking to suit dietary preferences.

• Allergen check: review label for wheat, soy, or other ingredients if concerned
• Salt control: start with less added salt and adjust after simmering
• Serving tips: garnish with green onions or parsley for brightness

Who this is for: Zatarain's Gumbo Mix is ideal for home cooks who want an easy, flavorful shortcut to New Orleans–style gumbo without lengthy roux-making. It suits busy families, novice cooks who want dependable results, and anyone seeking to recreate Creole-inspired dinners with flexible protein choices. The eight-pack is especially convenient for meal planning, potlucks, or stocking a pantry for quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Enriched Long Grain Parboiled Rice (Rice, Iron, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid), Enriched Bleached Wheat Flour (Wheat & Malt Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Salt, Corn Starch, Red and Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Wheat Flour, Spices (Including Red Pepper, Chili Pepper), Garlic, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Yeast Extract, Malted Barley Flour & Soy Sauce (Wheat, Soybeans, Salt).