Best 4 Captain Russells Jambalaya Recipes

Captain Russell's Jambalaya is a flavorful and robust dish that combines various ingredients to create a unique and delicious dish. Originating in Louisiana, this hearty meal is prepared with succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and savory sausage, all simmered together in a flavorful broth made from aromatic vegetables, herbs, and spices. The addition of long-grain rice adds a satisfying texture and helps absorb the delectable sauce, resulting in a dish that is both flavorful and filling. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the process of creating Captain Russell's Jambalaya, ensuring you serve a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings.

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THE CAPTAIN'S FAMOUS JAMBALAYA

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This jambalaya may have been a few places since the bayou, but it's a thick, rich dish that everyone will love! I've experimented with many types of seafood in this recipe, and the flavor and consistency of snapper works the best. Serve with French bread and hot red pepper sauce!

Provided by RKOZEL

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons file powder
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 green onions, chopped
2 large sweet onions, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
3 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
2 cups mushroom broth
1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice
1 pound red snapper fillets, cut into 2 inch pieces

Steps:

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Mix in flour, and whisk constantly 2 to 3 minutes, until a thick paste-like roux has formed.
Stir file powder, garlic, green onions, onions and green bell pepper into the roux. Cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir tomatoes into the mixture. Season mixture with black pepper, cayenne pepper, allspice, cloves, salt and bay leaf. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is well blended, 10 to 15 minutes.
Pour in mushroom broth, and mix in rice. Increase amount of broth to cover all ingredients, if necessary. Bring to a boil, and mix in snapper. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour, or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 704.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

CAPTAIN RUSSELL'S JAMBALAYA

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A tour guide in New Orleans gave me this recipe. It's so easy to prepare, and the deliciously authentic Cajun flavors make it one of my favorite recipes. -Donna Lamano, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cups uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, combine first eight ingredients. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in shrimp, sausage and rice. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Cover and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and stir; cover and bake 10-15 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 1345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEF JOHN'S SAUSAGE & SHRIMP JAMBALAYA

Chef John's Sausage & Shrimp Jambalaya image

While true jambalaya is really more of a thicker rice stew than a soup, it's one of those dishes that more stock can be added to easily make it into a soup recipe. Serve garnished with green onion.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons ground paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup diced tomatoes
1 large green bell pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked brown rice
3 cups chicken stock
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Place butter and sausage in a large stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes until sausage begins to brown.
Stir in paprika, cumin and cayenne; cook for 1 minute.
Stir tomatoes, celery, green pepper, green onions, salt, and bay leaf into sausage mixture.
Add brown rice and stir to combine. Stir in chicken stock and turn heat to low. Cover and cook for until rice is just tender, about 45 minutes.
Stir in shrimp, replace lid and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 220.9 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1909.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

BEST EVER ZATARAIN'S JAMBALAYA

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Simple, quick, and delicious! Uses Zatarain's Jambaylaya Mix to Make things simple, and tastes like you worked all day!!

Provided by The Miserable Gourm

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 small green pepper, diced
1 small red pepper, diced
1 celery rib, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 lb sausage, sliced
1 lb mussels
1 lb littleneck clams
1 lb shrimp
1/2 lb fresh green beans, cleaned and cut into bite size pieces
1/2 lb frozen peas
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 ounce) box family size zatarain's jambalaya mix
3 cups water or 3 cups chicken broth
hot sauce

Steps:

In a large deep frying pan, over medium high heat, saute red and green pepper, celery and onion in olive oil, until softened. About 5 minutes. Remove from pan, and set aside.
In same pan, cook sausage, browning on all sides. Add cooked vegetables, stewed tomatoes, and Zatatrain's Jambalaya Mix. Add water/chicken and cover pan. Cook stirring occaisionally about 15 minutes.
Add clams, mussels, shrimp, green beans, and peas. Cook an additional 15 minutes.
Serve with crusty bread for sopping up some fantastic sauce. Add hot sauce to you liking. I am not a huge fan of spicy, so this is tangy enough for me.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.5, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 206, Sodium 1428.7, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 9.8, Protein 47.4

Tips:

Mise en place (prep work): Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
Use quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your jambalaya will be. Use fresh vegetables, flavorful meats, and a good quality stock.
Don't crowd the pan: When you're cooking the meat and vegetables, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make your jambalaya watery.
Cook the rice separately: Cooking the rice separately from the other ingredients will help to prevent it from becoming mushy. You can either cook it in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
Let the jambalaya rest before serving: After you've cooked the jambalaya, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and will make the rice more tender.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it's also a perfect meal for a party or potluck. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, jambalaya is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy meal, give jambalaya a try!