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Where to buy Tasso in Dallas or please name a substitute for Tasso in gumbo
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:05 am
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:05 am
Hi all, I'm craving gumbo and I usually use Tasso when making it. Last time I didn't use any Bc I couldn't find any in the store I went to in Dallas.
1. Does anyone know where I can find it here? I went to Krogers and central market. I've heard that they sell it at central but apparently it has eluded me.
2. If I can't find any Tasso, what is a appropriate substitute?
Thanks in advance. Please help! I'm so homesick!
1. Does anyone know where I can find it here? I went to Krogers and central market. I've heard that they sell it at central but apparently it has eluded me.
2. If I can't find any Tasso, what is a appropriate substitute?
Thanks in advance. Please help! I'm so homesick!
This post was edited on 9/24/13 at 12:18 pm
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Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:10 am to 337tigergirl
I don't know if the Cajun Smoke House on Peppermint Lane in Ponder is still open...if so, you can scratch the tasso itch.
Or, mail order it from Cajun Grocer: LINK
Or, mail order it from Cajun Grocer: LINK
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:12 am to hungryone
Thanks but this is last minute and I was trying to get some today
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:14 am to 337tigergirl
Www.beststopinscott.com
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:17 am to 337tigergirl
Central Market sometimes has it. I've never bought any so can't speak to the quality.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:24 am to Zappas Stache
Thanks Zappa. I'm going to look again for it during my lunch break
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:39 am to 337tigergirl
I've always been able to get it at my local HEB. Dallas should have plenty of those.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:48 am to MSMHater
There are none in Dallas
Posted on 9/24/13 at 11:51 am to 337tigergirl
Damn! Just saw the map. It says there is one, and the review is "IT'S NOT CLOSED" 
But that review was 6 months ago. That sucks. Good luck in your search.
But that review was 6 months ago. That sucks. Good luck in your search.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 12:56 pm to 337tigergirl
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There are none in Dallas
Central Market is an HEB store.....but more upscale for we snotty Dallas peeps.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 12:58 pm to 337tigergirl
I would think there is a tiendita that makes something that is tasso like enough to meet your needs.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 1:08 pm to 337tigergirl
I don't use tasso in gumbo, but you should be able to find a decent andouille if you can't find the tasso at Central Market.
Posted on 9/24/13 at 1:09 pm to CITWTT
A very spicy, smoky sausage will be a fine substitute for tasso. Can you get andouille? It will serve the same purpose as tasso, giving your gumbo a smoky, porky bass note. Smoked ham hocks will also work in a pinch...or for those who avoid pork, smoked turkey wings or necks. (You might have to find a ghetto grocery store to get smoked turkey wings. For some reason, suburban white folks don't understand the magical flavoring properties of smoked turkey wings/necks.)
Posted on 9/24/13 at 1:22 pm to hungryone
Thanks guys. I found some at central market. It's behind the deli meat section.. Well you have to ask the guys for it. It's in their fridge. Whopping $13 for a pack... Yes I'm retarded, but I like it in my gumbo
Can't wait to move to Houston so I can visit my family in Louisiana and pick up Cajun ingredients all the time.
Thanks for the suggestions though
Can't wait to move to Houston so I can visit my family in Louisiana and pick up Cajun ingredients all the time.
Thanks for the suggestions though
Posted on 9/24/13 at 1:33 pm to hungryone
Smoked turkey wings are marvelous for flavoring.
Not a big Tasso fan. Too hammy and usually seasoned with chili powder in the mix that I don't care for in some dishes.
Not a big Tasso fan. Too hammy and usually seasoned with chili powder in the mix that I don't care for in some dishes.
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