Shrimp and Smoked Sausage Jambalaya

Shrimp and Smoked Sausage Jambalaya
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    169

A vibrant and flavorful Shrimp and Smoked Sausage Jambalaya, where the sweet and spicy notes of Cajun cuisine dance together in perfect harmony, creating a comforting and unforgettable dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    50 g
  • Cholesterol
    114 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    979 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the smoked sausage slices and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned (about 6 minutes).

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02 Step

Recipe View Add the chopped onion, celery, red bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables have softened (approximately 5-6 minutes). Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly to toast it lightly (about 30 seconds).

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Recipe View Pour in the chicken stock and add the drained diced tomatoes, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the rice is just tender (around 10 minutes).

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04 Step

Recipe View Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the jambalaya. Cover the pot again and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through (about 4 minutes). Remove from heat.

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05 Step

Recipe View Stir in the thinly sliced scallions and fresh lemon juice. Garnish with additional scallions before serving.

For a deeper, smokier flavor, consider using andouille sausage.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
If you don't have jasmine rice, long-grain rice can be substituted. Cooking time may vary slightly.
Fresh thyme or parsley can be added along with the scallions for extra flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 56 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Ellie Cremin

    The jambalaya was amazing, but I found it a little too spicy for my kids. Next time, I'll reduce the cayenne pepper.

  • Van Bode

    I made this for a weeknight dinner and it was so easy and delicious. The flavors were spot on!

  • Johnathon Koelpin

    This recipe was a hit! I added a little extra garlic and everyone loved it.

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