Best 5 Dirty Rice With Shrimp Recipes

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Dirty rice with shrimp is a classic Cajun dish that is packed with flavor. It is made with rice, shrimp, vegetables, and a variety of seasonings. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth that is made with shrimp stock, chicken stock, and Cajun spices. The shrimp are added to the rice during the cooking process, and the vegetables are added towards the end. Dirty rice with shrimp is a hearty and delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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SOUTHERN DIRTY RICE



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This recipe has been passed down for generations.

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ pound chicken gizzards, rinsed
½ pound chicken livers, rinsed and trimmed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups uncooked white rice
4 cups chicken broth
salt to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Pulse gizzards in food processor, then pulse livers.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan. Saute onion and gizzards over medium heat, stirring constantly, until meat begins to brown (about 5 minutes). Add livers and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until brown (about 3 minutes).
  • Add rice and stir until coated with oil. Add broth, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook about 20 minutes, until rice has absorbed liquid. Sprinkle with green onion and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 127.4 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

EASY DIRTY RICE WITH SHRIMP



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Easy Dirty Rice with Shrimp - A healthy twist on a Cajun classic. The addition of shrimp turns this into a fabulous main dish. Easy to make and very flavorful!

Provided by Neli Howard | Delicious Meets Healthy

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cup uncooked rice
1 bay leave
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon + 1/2 tsp paprika
1/8 teaspoon + 1/2 tsp thyme
1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 celery stalks (chopped)
2 bell peppers (I used 1 green & 1 orange)
1 lb ground beef (or ground pork sausage)
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 scallions (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook brown rice according to package directions in water along with 1 bay leaf, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp cayenne, 1/8 tsp paprika and 1/8 tsp thyme.
  • When the rice is almost ready, heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat, and cook shrimp until done, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Discard liquid from shrimp in the skillet, and heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion, garlic, celery, and bell peppers. Saute on medium heat until soft about 5 minutes. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, cumin, remaining cayenne, paprika and thyme. Add ground beef and cook for about 10 - 15 minutes until cooked through.
  • Add cooked rice and shrimp to the skillet, toss, cover and cook for a couple of minutes. Serve warm and sprinkle some scallions on top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 268 g, Calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Protein 43.3 g, Fat 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Cholesterol 216 mg, Sodium 522 mg, Fiber 2.2 g, Sugar 2.7 g, UnsaturatedFat 4.3 g

DIRTY RICE WITH SHRIMP



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I don't do "parts" but love shrimp and the flavors in dirty rice. This comes from Food and Wine.

Provided by Gadget_Queen

Categories     Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 lb ground pork
1 onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups long grain rice
3 cups canned low sodium chicken broth (can use homemade stock)
1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and halved
2 scallions, including green tops chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 1 Tbsp of oil at medium. Add pork and cook until no longer pink (2 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to medium low and add remaining oil. Add onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies start to soften (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in cayenne, paprika, oregano, bay leaf, salt, black pepper and rice. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Add broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered for 15 minutes.
  • Turn heat back up to medium and stir in shrimp. Cover and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and let stand covered until rice and shrimp are done (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove bay leaf and stir in scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.8, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 184.1, Sodium 1769.8, Carbohydrate 64.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 34.6

DIRTY RICE



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This is an old Louisiana recipe that I've had longer than I can remember. It's a very popular Southern dish. To turn this into a main meal, simply add more sausage and chicken livers. -Mrs. Lum Day, Bastrop, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1/2 pound chicken livers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage for 2-3 minutes; stir in chicken livers. Cook until sausage and chicken livers are no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain and set aside. , In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery and green onions. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 3-5 minutes. Add parsley and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, basil, thyme, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Stir in rice, sausage and chicken livers. Heat through, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

DIRTY RICE AND SHRIMP



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Make and share this Dirty Rice and Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris A.

Categories     Rice

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup celery
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup frozen diced potatoes
1/2 cup ground beef or 1/2 cup vegetarian beef
1 cup uncooked rice
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons creole seasoning
2 cups shrimp
1/2 cup white wine

Steps:

  • Saute celery and potatoes on medium heat.
  • cook rice as instructions say.
  • If necessary de-shell or devein and/or thaw the shrimp.
  • Add in cherry tomatoes, beef, white wine and salt and pepper into celery and potatoes.
  • Once wine has been absorbed add shrimp and garlic, turn down heat.
  • As they cook add chili powder and creole sesoning.
  • Now, as the rice is done add it to the mix.
  • Stir and add salt and pepper as appropriate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.9, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 37.4, Sodium 134.5, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 19.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dirty rice will be. Using fresh shrimp, vegetables, and spices will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. A heavy-bottomed pot will help to evenly distribute heat and prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Let the dirty rice rest before serving. Allowing the dirty rice to rest for a few minutes before serving will help the flavors to meld together and the rice to absorb the sauce.
  • Serve dirty rice with your favorite sides. Dirty rice is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as fried chicken, pork chops, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Dirty rice with shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, dirty rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give dirty rice with shrimp a try!

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