Galveston Gumbo

Yield:	6 Servings
Categories:

1	lb	Shrimp; frozen fully, peeled, deveined
2	c	Fresh okra; sliced, or
10	oz	Frozen okra; sliced
1/3	c	Shortening; melted
2/3	c	Chopped green onions and tops
3		Cloves garlic; finely chopped
1 1/2	ts	Salt
1/2	ts	Pepper
2	c	Hot water
1	c	Canned tomatoes
2		Whole bay leaves
6	dr	Liquid hot pepper sauce
1 1/2	c	Cooked rice