Description
A hearty Shrimp and Sausage Dirty Rice recipe blends bold flavors and textures, making it an instant favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Toss in the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Mix in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Stir for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the long-grain rice, stirring well to combine.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil before reducing the heat.
- Cover and let it simmer on low for about 20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Gently fold in the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink.
- Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure quality ingredients for the best flavor. Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes after cooking for optimal flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 300mg