Best 6 Cajun Style White Rice Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and aromatic side dish to accompany your favorite Cajun dishes, look no further than Cajun-style white rice. This simple yet delicious dish is a staple in Cajun cuisine and is sure to please everyone at your table. The key to making perfect Cajun-style white rice is using the right ingredients and techniques. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the best Cajun-style white rice, along with tips and variations to help you customize it to your liking. So gather your ingredients, grab your pot, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN RICE



Cajun Rice image

This is another recipe I got from one of our potlucks at work. My husband likes this one. It is a little warm, so better test it before giving it to the kids.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     White Rice

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth
1 large green peppers (or combination of all 3) or 1 large yellow pepper, sliced into thin strips (or combination of all 3)
1 1/2-2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 1/2 cups Minute Rice

Steps:

  • Cook onion in oil till tender but still opaque.
  • Add broth, pepper strips and seasonings.
  • Bring to a rolling boil; stir in rice.
  • Cover and remove from the heat.
  • Let set for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.7, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 343.9, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5.8

CAJUN CREOLE STYLE RICE



Cajun Creole Style Rice image

Make and share this Cajun Creole Style Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup celery, diced
3/4 cup green onion, diced small
3/4 yellow onion, diced small
3/4 cup red bell pepper, diced small
2 cups white rice, raw
3 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • saute vegetables in butter over medium heat until soft.
  • add all other ingredients and stir well bring to a boil reduce the heat and cover.
  • turn heat to low for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 190.8, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 5.4

CAJUN-STYLE WHITE RICE



Cajun-Style White Rice image

Categories     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegan     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups white rice
3 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart heavy saucepan wash rice in several changes of water, pouring off each change of water carefully, until water is almost clear. Drain rice in a sieve and return to pan. Add 3 cups water and salt and bring to a boil, uncovered, without stirring. Boil mixture until surface of rice is covered with steam holes and grains on top appear dry, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook rice, covered, without stirring, 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let rice stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.

PERFECT WHITE RICE



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It is possible to make perfectly fluffy white rice on the stovetop. Sauteing the rice first helps keep the rice grains separate. Keeping the pot covered for the entire cooking time traps the steam which is necessary for properly cooking the rice, and is very important. The last 5 minutes off the heat allow the rice to finish in the residual steam, without burning the bottom.

Provided by zeebee

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 cups water
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir to coat. Cook until rice grains begin to turn opaque, 1 to 2 minutes; do not brown. Add water and salt.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 296.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CAJUN WILD RICE



Cajun Wild Rice image

This is a Cajun-inspired gourmet wild rice dish that I created. It's quick and easy, and can even be cooked unattended in a rice cooker!

Provided by Josh Mobley

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
¼ cup water
½ pound andouille sausage, diced
½ cup diced sweet onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the wild rice, chicken broth, water, sausage, onion, mushrooms and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat, and stir in the cream of mushroom soup. It's that easy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 23.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 988.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CAJUN DIRTY RICE



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Don't be afraid to brown the rice in this recipe! The crispy, caramelized parts are the best.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, well rinsed and drained (3 3/4 cups cooked)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 rib celery, thinly sliced (3/4 cup)
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped into small pieces (3/4 cup)
2 tablespoons minced garlic (from 4-6 cloves)
1/2 pound chicken liver, patted dry and chopped (1 cup)
Thinly sliced jalapenos and hot sauce, preferably Crystal, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring rice, 1 3/4 cups water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender, 15 minutes. Uncover, fluff with a fork, and set aside to cool.
  • Combine broth, Worcestershire, soy sauce, paprika, and oregano and set aside. Heat a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over high. Add 1 tablespoon oil and beef; season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally to break up and brown meat all over, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate.
  • Return skillet to high heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Sprinkle with salt. Cook, scraping brown bits from bottom of pan and stirring often so garlic doesn't burn, until just starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add liver and cook, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring occasionally until rice is heated through and browned in places, 3 minutes. Return beef to skillet and add broth mixture. Cook until liquid is completely absorbed and rice gets browned and crisp in places, stirring and scraping every 30 seconds, about 5 minutes more. Check seasoning. Serve with sliced jalapenos and hot sauce.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will help evenly distribute the heat and prevent the rice from sticking.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking. This will remove the starch and help the rice cook more evenly.
  • Use a ratio of 1 part rice to 1.5 parts water. This will give you perfectly cooked rice that is not too dry or too mushy.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice. This will help the rice cook more evenly.
  • Cover the pot and simmer the rice for 18 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time!
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb the remaining moisture.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. This will help separate the grains and make the rice light and fluffy.

Conclusion:

Cajun-style white rice is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it plain or with added seasonings, Cajun-style white rice is sure to be a hit at your next meal.

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