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Savory Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice

Savory Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice: Comfort in Every Bite

Savory Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice is a comforting dish that combines shrimp, sausage, and jasmine rice in a delicious blend of Southern flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Opt for long-grain rice for the best results.
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Feel free to substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
For the Proteins
  • 1 lb Shrimp Peeled and deveined; can substitute with chicken.
  • 8 oz Andouille Sausage Sliced; any smoked sausage can also be used.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped, mixed colors.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped; can substitute with green onions.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to suit your spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Savory Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice. Chop the yellow onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sliced Andouille sausage, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the sausage is browned.
  4. Stir in the jasmine rice and Cajun seasoning, mixing thoroughly. Toast the rice for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove the lid, fold in the shrimp, cover again, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for up to 2 months for best taste.

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