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Shrimp Dirty Rice

Shrimp Dirty Rice: A Flavor-Packed Southern Comfort Dish

Shrimp Dirty Rice is a delightful blend of spicy shrimp, savory sausage, and aromatic vegetables, making it a must-try Southern comfort dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable or canola oil
  • 8 ounces ground pork sausage can substitute with chicken sausage or plant-based alternatives
  • 1 medium onion can use red onion for sharper flavor
  • 1 medium green bell pepper can substitute with red or yellow bell pepper
  • 1 stalk celery can be omitted or substituted with extra bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Rice and Liquids
  • 1 cup long grain white rice can substitute with brown rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be used
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper reduce or omit for milder flavor
  • to taste salt essential for flavor balance
  • to taste pepper essential for flavor balance
For Finishing Touches
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped, can substitute with green onions
  • to taste hot sauce optional for extra spice

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Carefully add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until pink and just cooked through.
  3. Remove the shrimp and set aside. In the same skillet, add ground pork sausage and cook until browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute.
  6. Add 1 cup of long grain white rice, stir, and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  8. Fold in the sautéed shrimp and fresh parsley; mix well and heat through for 2 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley and optional hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftover Shrimp Dirty Rice can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently.

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