Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Shrimp Dirty Rice, a comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp with aromatic spices and fluffy rice. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this recipe is both simple to prepare and packed with bold tastes. Each bite transports you to Louisiana, making it an unforgettable addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until tender.
- Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked rice and Cajun seasoning until well-coated.
- Pour in chicken broth, stir gently, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg