BubbaBob wrote:
"Mike Pearce" wrote:


I'm no gumbo expert, but my understanding is that gumbo is
generally made with either okra or file, not both. So a file
gumbo usually would not contain okra.


I take this position, too. One or the other but not both.


I agree with this; but if the cook wants to put both in the gumbo, it's
none of my business. File' powder actually would come in handy to rescue
an okra gumbo if you get the roux too dark or don't use enough roux and the
gumbo turns out a little too thin.

Best regards,
Bob