Step 2: Make the roux & sauté the aromatics
Roux
- flour45 g1 part
- cooking oil45 g1 part
Aromatics
- celery, diced4-5 stalks
- garlic2-3 cloves
- bell peppers, diced2
- bay leaves2
- onions1
- thyme1 sprig
- saltto taste
- black pepperto taste
- cayenne peppera spoonful
Add the oil and flour to the pot over medium-high heat. Whisk the oil and flour constantly, stirring it until the mixture has reached at least a chocolate shade, around 10-15 minutes.
Add the onion, bell peppers, and celery and mix into the roux. Continue on high heat for 7-10 minutes or until the vegetables have softened.
Add in the garlic, spices, a sprinkle of salt, lots of black pepper, bay leaves, and thyme. Stir until fragrant.