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Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice

Perfectly Spiced Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice in 30 Minutes

Quick and easy Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice recipe perfect for busy weeknights, combining shrimp and sausage in a hearty dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Onion, chopped use yellow or white for best results
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper, diced any color works or substitute with zucchini
  • 1 cup Celery, chopped can replace with chopped carrots
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced fresh garlic is recommended
  • 8 ounces Sausage (e.g., andouille), sliced swap with turkey sausage for lighter option
For the Rice Mixture
  • 1 cup Long-grain Rice rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning customize with your preferred spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used but less flavor
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined frozen shrimp can be used after thawing
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions, sliced can be replaced with parsley

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped celery for about 5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced sausage, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until the sausage is browned.
  4. Incorporate rinsed long-grain rice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika, stirring until combined.
  5. Simmer covered for about 15 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
  6. Add shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking until pink and firm, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider serving with cornbread or a fresh salad for a heartier experience.

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