Gumbo Filé Powder

Made from the powdered dried leaves of the sassafras tree, gumbo file powder is both the flavoring and the thickening agent that makes authentic Southern gumbo taste the way it is supposed to. Earthy, woody, and herbal, it must be added after the dish has been removed from heat to thicken properly. Adding it while still cooking can make the dish stringy. Essential for Cajun and Creole cooking, it also adds depth to sauces, gravies, and any Southern-style braise.

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