Description
Dirty Rice from Louisiana meets zesty shrimp sausage in a spicy skillet dance that brings bold Southern flavors straight to your dinner table. Hearty rice, tender shrimp, and smoky sausage blend into a comfort-packed meal that delivers serious regional charm.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 10–12 shrimp, peeled and deveined
Rice and Broth:
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups mixed onions and bell peppers, chopped
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- ¼ cup flour
- Salt, to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of seafood seasoning over your 10-12 peeled shrimp, coating them evenly.
- Warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet at medium heat (350°F). Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet. Crumble 1 lb ground beef and 1 lb sausage, browning at medium heat for 6-8 minutes.
- Mix in 1.5 cups chopped onions and bell peppers with 3 teaspoons minced garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon oregano, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper over the meat.
- Dust ¼ cup flour across the mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute.
- Pour 2 cups chicken broth into the skillet, stirring and bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing sauce to slightly thicken.
- Add 4 cups cooked rice, stirring to combine and letting it absorb flavors for 4-5 minutes.
- Gently fold reserved shrimp back into the skillet, warming for 1-2 minutes.
- Season with salt and optional pinch of cayenne pepper before serving hot.
Notes
- Use medium-high heat when cooking shrimp to prevent overcooking and maintain their tender texture.
- Select andouille or spicy smoked sausage for an authentic Cajun flavor profile that adds depth to the dish.
- Fresh herbs and spices make a significant difference, so avoid using stale seasonings that can dull the overall taste.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper amount based on your personal heat tolerance, starting with a small quantity and adding more gradually.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-27 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 434 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg