Description
This Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice recipe is a flavorful twist on the classic Southern dish. It combines succulent shrimp and spicy sausage with a rich, savory rice mixture, seasoned to perfection with a variety of Cajun spices. It’s a comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook until it begins to brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the cooked shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked rice and chicken broth. Mix well to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to taste. Add more Cajun seasoning if you like it spicy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg