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In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour to create a roux, stirring constantly, until it reaches a deep brown color, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the roux, and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Season the vegetable mixture with dried thyme, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and a bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Gradually pour in the seafood stock, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the sliced andouille sausage to the pot and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Stir in the sliced okra and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and crab meat to the pot. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
Season the gumbo with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf.
Serve the gumbo hot over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped parsley.