Instructions: 1. Heat all but 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy pot. Stir in the flour; cook, stirring constantly until mixture is a deep brown, about 7 minutes.

2. Add the onion, green onions, chives, green pepper, celery, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic and seasonings. Cook 5 minutes longer, stirring several times. Add the water and heat to a simmer.

3. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil over high heat in a medium skillet.

Add the okra and cook until it turns bright green, 3 to 4 minutes; add it to the pot. Cover and cook for 1 hour.

4. About 5 minutes before the gumbo is finished, add the shrimp and crab. Cook until shrimp is opaque. Serve with cooked white rice.

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