Description
Shrimp Dirty Rice is a flavorful and comforting dish that brings the essence of Cajun cuisine to your table. With tender shrimp, aromatic spices, and colorful vegetables, this dish transforms any meal into a joyous celebration. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, Shrimp Dirty Rice is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients. Delight in the rich flavors and inviting aromas as you serve this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: Chop bell peppers and onion, and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds before adding shrimp. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the mixture, followed by rinsed rice. Stir well to coat.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Let simmer for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs most liquid.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg