Gumbo Filé Powder is a key ingredient in Cajun and Creole cooking, bringing a rich, earthy taste and natural thickening ability to dishes like gumbo and stews. Made from finely ground sassafras leaves and thyme, this essential spice delivers a deep Southern flavor.

What is Filé Powder?

Filé (pronounced “fee-lay”) powder is an aromatic seasoning traditionally used in Louisiana cooking. When stirred into hot liquids, it thickens soups and stews, adding a warm, slightly citrusy, and woodsy taste. It’s commonly sprinkled over dishes at the end of cooking or just before serving.

Ingredients: Sassafras Leaf – A key ingredient in traditional filé, providing a bold and slightly tangy depth. Thyme Leaf – Contributes subtle herbal complexity to enhance the overall flavor balance.

✅ Authentic Louisiana Taste – Essential for classic Cajun and Creole dishes.
✅ Natural Thickener – No need for roux or okra; creates a smooth, velvety texture.
✅ Pure & Fresh – Made from high-quality sassafras and thyme, free from additives.

How to Use It

• Gumbo & Stews – Stir in at the end of cooking for the best texture and taste.
• Jambalaya & Étouffée – Enhance traditional Southern meals.
• Meat & Seafood – Adds an earthy, aromatic twist to grilled proteins.

Nutritional Information (Per 1 tsp – Approx. 2g):

• Calories: 5
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
• Fat, Protein, Sodium: 0g

Cajun Gumbo Recipe

Try this Louisiana-inspired gumbo using filé powder for authentic flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp Niblack Filé Powder
• 1/4 cup oil
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken or seafood broth
• 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 lb shrimp or chicken
• 1 tsp Niblack Cajun Seasoning
• Cooked rice for serving

Instructions:

1. Make a dark roux by cooking oil and flour over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté until soft.
3. Stir in broth, sausage, and seasoning, then simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Add shrimp or chicken and cook until done.
5. Remove from heat and stir in filé powder just before serving.
6. Serve over rice and enjoy!

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Looking for authentic Cajun seasonings? Explore our full selection of spices and blends to create bold, flavorful dishes.

For more Southern cooking inspiration, visit New Orleans’ official food guide.

Stock your pantry with Niblack Gumbo Filé Powder and bring true Louisiana flavor to your kitchen! Or try our Ground Sassafras Leaf Only Filé Powder (without Thyme)

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