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Shrimp Dirty Rice

Shrimp Dirty Rice
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A flavorful and hearty Shrimp Dirty Rice recipe combining succulent shrimp, savory ground pork sausage, and aromatic vegetables with Cajun spices for a classic Louisiana-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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Seafood and Meat

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb ground pork sausage

Vegetables

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Grains and Liquids

  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Oils and Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Optional

  • hot sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sauté until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Brown the sausage: In the same skillet, add the ground pork sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even browning.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet with the cooked sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften and become aromatic.
  4. Add garlic and spices: Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.
  5. Toast the rice: Add the long grain white rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetable and spice mixture. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes until it becomes lightly golden.
  6. Simmer the rice: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Combine and finish: Once the rice is cooked, stir in the reserved cooked shrimp and chopped fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve: Serve the shrimp dirty rice hot, with optional hot sauce on the side for added heat according to preference.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper slightly or add more hot sauce when serving.
  • Make sure to toast the rice before adding broth to enhance its nutty flavor.
  • Use freshly chopped parsley for best freshness and color.
  • This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Shrimp Dirty Rice, Cajun shrimp recipe, Louisiana cuisine, spicy rice dish, ground pork sausage rice, one skillet meal

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