Description
Shrimp Dirty Rice is a comforting Southern classic that combines juicy shrimp, aromatic spices, and fluffy rice. This one-pot dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or lively gatherings with friends. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a memorable addition to any meal. Easy to prepare and customizable with various proteins, Shrimp Dirty Rice will quickly become your go-to recipe for delicious comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Pepper sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add diced bell peppers and celery; cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in rinsed rice and Cajun seasoning. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for approximately 20 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in sliced green onions just before serving, and drizzle with pepper sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg