Shrimp Dirty Rice
A savory and hearty dish that beautifully blends Southern flavors with the essence of coastal cuisine, featuring shrimp, seasoned rice, and a medley of vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning Adjust according to heat preference
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For sautéing
- Green onions, for garnish Optional, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dice the onion, bell pepper, and celery.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until softened and aromatic.
- Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet along with the Cajun seasoning, stirring for an additional minute.
Cooking
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until they turn pink.
- Incorporate the long-grain white rice and mix it thoroughly with the shrimp and vegetable mixture.
- Carefully pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
- After the liquid is absorbed, remove from heat and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving. Customize the Cajun seasoning according to your heat preference.