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Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice Recipe

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A flavorful and hearty Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice featuring tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and aromatic vegetables simmered together with rice and Cajun spices for a delicious Southern-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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Rice and Broth

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Proteins

  • 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
  • 1 cup smoked sausage (sliced)

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 green onions (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Seasonings

  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetables: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers until they become soft and fragrant, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  2. Cook Sausage and Garlic: Add minced garlic and sliced smoked sausage to the skillet; cook until the sausage is golden brown and the garlic is aromatic, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Shrimp and Seasoning: Stir in the deveined shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Cook until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked through, roughly 3-5 minutes.
  4. Combine Rice and Broth: Mix in the uncooked long grain rice, then pour the chicken broth over the entire mixture. Bring to a boil.
  5. Simmer Rice: Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet tightly, and simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 18-20 minutes.
  6. Rest and Finish: Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped green onions and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use smoked sausage for authentic smoky flavor; kielbasa or andouille both work well.
  • Make sure the shrimp is deveined and cleaned properly for best texture.
  • If you prefer spicier, increase Cajun seasoning or add hot sauce.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • For gluten-free, ensure chicken broth and sausage are gluten-free certified.

Keywords: Shrimp sausage dirty rice, Cajun rice, Southern dirty rice, smoked sausage recipe, spicy shrimp rice

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