Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice
Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice is a classic Cajun dish that combines the flavors of spicy sausage and succulent shrimp, all mixed with rice and a medley of vegetables. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or frying pan
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice Rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz smoked sausage Sliced.
- 1 cup shrimp Peeled and deveined.
- 1 medium onion Chopped.
- 1 green bell pepper Chopped.
- 1 stalk celery Chopped.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt Or to taste.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ cup green onions Sliced, for garnish.
- hot sauce Optional, for serving.
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to combine, cooking for about 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the Cajun seasoning, black pepper, salt, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from heat, and add the shrimp. Cover and let sit for an additional 5 minutes to allow the shrimp to cook through.
- Remove the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a splash of hot sauce, if desired.
Notes
You can customize this dish by adding other vegetables or replacing shrimp with another protein, such as chicken or tofu. Make sure to use raw shrimp that is peeled and deveined for the best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.