Add the mix + water.
Empty Papa Ray's dry gumbo base into your pot and add the required water.
From Church Point, Louisiana
Real gumbo. None of the hard part.
Papa Ray puts the gumbo base in the bag. You add chicken, sausage & water. Simmer for about 90 minutes and dinner is done.
- No roux to make
- No vegetables to chop
- About 90 minutes
No roux to make
No vegetables to chop
No spice cabinet required
Gumbo without the guesswork
Three steps.
One serious pot of gumbo.
The gumbo base is already handled. You supply the chicken, sausage and water, then let the pot do the rest.
Add chicken & sausage.
Add your chicken and favorite smoked sausage. That's the short shopping list.
Simmer & serve.
Cook for about 90 minutes, let the flavors come together, then ladle it up.
What you're really buying
The gumbo base is handled.
The roux workNo standing over a pot hoping you don't burn it.
The seasoningNo measuring a cabinet full of spices.
The vegetablesNo prep pile before the cooking even starts.
The proportionsA repeatable starting point for gumbo night.
The value proposition
Not just a seasoning packet.
Papa Ray's is a complete dry gumbo base: the hard-to-get-right parts are already in the bag. That makes real Louisiana gumbo much easier to put on the table.
Weeknight-friendlyLong-simmer flavor without a long prep list.
Beginner-friendlyA clear process even if you've never made gumbo.
Pantry-friendlyKeep a bag on hand and add fresh meat when you're ready.
Louisiana-rootedMade by a food company based in Church Point, Louisiana.
Shop Papa Ray's
Pick your pot.
Four Louisiana pantry shortcuts. Original Gumbo gets top billing, with gluten-free and étouffée options ready when you want them.
The classic
Original Gumbo Recipe
Our flagship dry gumbo base. Add chicken, smoked sausage and water.
$4.99
Built for the pantry
Four bags.
Shipping's on us.
Make the free-shipping threshold part of the buying experience instead of a detail shoppers have to discover later.
Stock-up shortcut
Start with 4 bags of Original Gumbo.
A simple one-click way to reach the four-bag offer. You can still mix and match individual bags above.
4 × $4.99Free shipping offer ✓
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From Papa Ray's kitchen
Good gumbo shouldn't require an all-day project.
Papa Ray built this mix around a simple idea: make it easier for people to put a real pot of Louisiana gumbo on the table. The roux, vegetables and seasoning are handled in the dry base, so you can focus on the chicken, sausage and the people you're feeding.
What customers say
The payoff is in the pot.
★★★★★
Papa Ray's Gumbo Mix truly delivers on authentic Cajun flavor! It's like a taste of Louisiana in every bite. I can't get enough of the rich and savory goodness in this mix.
★★★★★
I'm amazed at how quickly I can whip up a delicious gumbo with Papa Ray's Mix. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I want a homemade meal without the fuss. Plus, it's easy on my wallet, making it a win-win!
★★★★★
As someone with gluten sensitivities, I was thrilled to discover Papa Ray's offers a gluten-free version of their gumbo mix. It's a game-changer for me, and the taste is still top-notch. Thank you for making Cajun cuisine accessible to everyone!
Before they ask
Make buying easy.
The important questions should be answered before a shopper ever reaches checkout.
What do I need to add?
For Original Gumbo, add chicken, smoked sausage and water. Follow the package directions for exact quantities.
How long does it take?
About 90 minutes. Most of that time is simmering rather than active prep.
Do I need to make a roux?
No. Papa Ray's dry gumbo base is designed so you can skip the traditional roux-making step.
When is shipping free?
Buy four bags and the current Papa Ray Foods offer includes free shipping.