RE: [CH] gumbo, baby...

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David wrote;

> All the recipes I've seen call for *file powder*. Now that's a new
> one on this poor Brit. I've never seen it in the shops over here so
> can I make my own?
> 
David,

File powder is a green powder made from pulverized sassafras leaves and one
of the most famous ingredients in the Cajun kitchen.
Don't think you can make this yourself unless you have access to sassafras
leaves.

But I have found a method to replace the file powder, and it's not to
bad...comes close.
Just use corn-flour or use any other neutral binder, and add some thyme
powder for the taste.(not to much)
The taste will be very close to file powder.

Hope it's helps

Hot regards
Rob

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