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Recipe 99054bdbce

Cajun Dirty Rice with Juicy Shrimp & Sausage

A flavorful and hearty Cajun dish combining shrimp, sausage, and a blend of aromatic vegetables and spices, perfect for any comfort food occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Cajun, Southern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice Perfect for soaking up flavors.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 8 oz shrimp Peeled and deveined.
  • 4 links beef sausage Adds savory flavor.
  • 4 slices turkey bacon Keeps the dish lean.
  • ½ cup chicken ham Optional, for saltiness.
  • 1 cup celery Adds a nice crunch.
  • 1 cup green bell pepper Provides sweetness.
  • 1 medium onion For depth of flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning Main flavoring spice.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika Adds a subtle smokiness.
  • ½ tsp dried thyme Complements other herbs.
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper Optional for spice.
  • to taste salt and black pepper Season as needed.
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced For garnish.
  • fresh parsley chopped For garnish.

Instructions
 

Cooking Rice

  • Toast the rice in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  • Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until absorbed. Fluff and set aside.

Crisping Bacon and Sausage

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, cook the beef sausage until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Sautéing Vegetables

  • Add diced onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Mixing Ingredients

  • Sprinkle in the spices and stir for 30 seconds.
  • Return bacon and sausage to the pan, add cooked rice, and toss to coat with spices and vegetables.

Cooking Shrimp

  • Create a well in the skillet and place the shrimp inside. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until opaque.
  • Fold shrimp into the rice mixture gently.

Final Touches

  • Let rest for 2 minutes off the heat to meld the flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve garnished with green onions and parsley.

Notes

Fresh ingredients significantly enhance the dish. Avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Cajun rice, Comfort Food, dirty rice, Meal Prep, shrimp and sausage
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