Gumbo File can be added to gumbo and soups to provide thickness and extra flavor.

Louisiana Fish Fry Gumbo File is produced from dried and ground sassafras leaves, filé is traditionally used in gumbos and soups to provide thickness and a complimentary accent of flavor. Made from the dried leaves of the sassafras tree, Louisiana Fish Fry Gumbo File is the essential seasoning for gumbo. Shake a little bit of Louisiana Fish Fry's Gumbo file on top of gumbo or soups just before serving as a delicate seasoning and thickener.