Cajun Dirty Rice Shrimp (Print Format)
A savory one-pot blend of spicy rice, shrimp, ground pork, and fresh vegetables ready in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Seafood
01 -
1 lb ground pork
02 -
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 medium onion, chopped
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2 ribs celery, diced
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1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 green onions, sliced
→ Spices and Seasonings
08 -
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp dried garlic flakes
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1 3/4 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 bay leaf
→ Liquids and Grains
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 1/2 cups rice (any variety, not quick cooking)
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3 cups chicken stock
# Steps:
01 -
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add ground pork and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Push the cooked pork to one side of the pan.
02 -
Add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the empty side of the pan. Add chopped onion, diced celery, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
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Stir in cayenne, paprika, oregano, thyme, dried garlic flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add rice and fry for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat grains with spices and flavors.
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Pour in chicken stock and add the bay leaf. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.
05 -
Remove the lid and check the rice’s moisture. If dry or slightly burnt at the bottom, add 1/4 cup water. Stir in shrimp, cover, and cook for 2 minutes more until shrimp turns pink and is cooked through.
06 -
Taste the rice for doneness; if undercooked, let it stand covered off heat for 5 minutes. Gently fold in sliced green onions before serving.
# Tips:
01 -
Stir the rice halfway through cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.