Use 'Saute' function of instapot and add oil
When oil shimmers add sausage, Sauter for 3-4 minutes until the sausage starts to render
Add the garlic, onion, celery, peppers, Saute 3-5 minutes until veggies become soft
Remove all from instapot, Add butter and scrape pot bottom to extract the fond
Once butter is melted, add the flour and stir constantly. The roux will darken, we are looking for a chocolate color, 5-10 minutes
Turn off the cooker.
Add the rest of the ingredients, Close / Lock the lid and set vent to "Seal"
Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes
Turn off the cooker and do a quick release of pressure
If the gumbo is on the thin side, simmer for 5 minutes via the saute function
Remove the bay leaves and serve with or over rice.
