Description
Shrimp Dirty Rice is a classic Cajun dish that’s a must-try for any lover of bold, flavorful cuisine. This one-pot wonder combines seasoned ground meats, tender shrimp, and aromatic vegetables with fluffy white rice for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 12 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 4 cup cooked white rice
- 2 cup chicken broth (prepared from bouillon)
- 1 1/2 cup mixed onions and bell peppers, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
- 1/4 cup plain flour
- 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 3 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
1. Brown Meats: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and pork sausage, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
2. Cook Vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon oil, onions, and bell peppers. Sauté until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Make Roux: Push vegetables to the side, add remaining oil, and stir in flour. Cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned.
4. Add Liquids & Seasonings: Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Stir in seafood seasoning, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne.
5. Add Shrimp: Stir in shrimp and cook until pink, about 3–4 minutes.
6. Combine Rice & Meats: Add cooked rice and browned meats to the skillet, mixing well. Cook for 5 minutes to heat through and allow flavors to meld.
7. Serve: Enjoy hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
To ensure your Shrimp Dirty Rice turns out mouthwatering, here are a few tips:
Choose the Right Shrimp: Opt for medium-sized shrimp that are peeled and deveined for easy prep and a delightful texture.
Adjust Spices to Taste: Feel free to tweak the seasonings to suit your personal preferences, adding more or less of any spice to achieve your desired flavor profile.
Make it Ahead of Time: Shrimp Dirty Rice can be prepared in advance and reheated when ready to serve, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Store Leftovers Safely: Any leftover Shrimp Dirty Rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg