Description
Shrimp Dirty Rice is a classic Cajun dish packed with bold flavors from seasoned shrimp, aromatic vegetables, and perfectly spiced rice. This easy one-pot recipe brings Louisiana-style comfort to your table with a delicious mix of textures and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lb ground sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, thyme, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add rice and stir to coat with seasonings. Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add shrimp, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing Cajun seasoning and cayenne.
- Use Andouille sausage for an authentic Cajun flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole / Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg