Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4-6
Dive into the rich culinary heritage of Louisiana with this Louisiana Jambalaya! 🍛✨ A one-pot wonder packed with smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and seasoned rice, this dish brings the bold and vibrant flavors of Creole cooking straight to your table. Perfect for a family dinner or festive gathering!
Ingredients For Louisiana Jambalaya
🔥For the Jambalaya:
☑2 tablespoons🥄 olive oil
☑1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
☑1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
☑1 medium onion, diced
☑1 bell pepper, diced
☑2 celery stalks, diced
☑3 garlic cloves, minced
☑1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
☑2 cups chicken or seafood broth
☑1 cup long-grain rice
☑1 teaspoon🥄 Creole seasoning
☑1/2 teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika
☑1/4 teaspoon🥄 cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
🔥For the Garnish:
☑Fresh parsley, chopped
☑Green onions, sliced
☑Lemon wedges
Cooking Steps For Louisiana Jambalaya
- 🥧Sauté the Sausage and Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Sauté the andouille sausage until browned, then remove and set aside. Add the shrimp, cook until pink, and set aside.
- 🥧Cook the Vegetables
- In the same pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic for 3-5 minutes until softened.
- 🥧Add the Rice and Seasoning
- Stir in the rice, Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes and broth.
🥧Simmer and Combine
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender. Add the sausage and shrimp back to the pot in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
🥧Serve and Garnish
Fluff the jambalaya with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley, green onions, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot and enjoy!
“A true taste of Louisiana! 🌟 This Louisiana Jambalaya is a celebration of bold flavors and comforting textures. Perfect for bringing a touch of the South to your kitchen!”🌎❤️
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