Best 8 Eggplant Dirty Rice Dressing Recipes

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Eggplant dirty rice dressing is a delectable and versatile Cajun dish that combines the flavors of seasoned rice, eggplant, and ground meat. Often served as a side dish or stuffing for poultry and seafood, this comforting recipe is a staple in Southern cuisine. With its rich and savory taste, eggplant dirty rice dressing is sure to delight your palate and become a favorite in your kitchen.

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DIRTY RICE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound chicken livers
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2 large eggplant, diced
1 pound ground beef
5 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound breakfast sausage
3/4 stick butter
1 bell pepper, chopped
Cajun seasoning mix
2 to 4 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 cup green onion tops, chopped

Steps:

  • Begin by putting the chicken livers into boiling water and cook until tender. Remove from the water and put in a food processor and process to a pate-like texture. Set aside.
  • In a separate pot, add the bouillon granules to boiling water, and then add the eggplant. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Brown the meat in a lightly greased, heavy cast-iron pot. Pour off the excess grease. Remove the meat and melt the butter. Add the celery, onions and bell peppers and saute until tender. Add back the chicken livers, meat mixture and cooked eggplant. Add Cajun seasoning to taste. Slowly simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions and add to the dressing a bit at a time until you achieve the balance that you like of rice to dressing mix. At the very end, add the chopped green onion tops. Simmer for a few minutes longer.

RICE DRESSING



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This yummy rice mixture is a delightful change from our traditional corn bread dressing. To make it a meal in itself, I sometimes add finely chopped cooked chicken and a little more broth before baking. -Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups chicken broth, divided
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Fresh sage and thyme, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 3-1/2 cups broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in rice, mushrooms, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and the remaining broth. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Garnish with sage and thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EGGPLANT RICE DRESSING- CAJUN



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This is a healthy and tasty alternative to dirty rice. Also a great way to get the kids to try and love eggplant! I usually make this with one pound of ground turkey to reduce the fat and calories. To add even more flavor you can increase the onion and garlic if you like but we find it well seasoned as is. Sometimes we will even add some celery in with the onion mixture. Use what you have and what you like. Any color bell peppers are fine too! Red and yellow peppers add a nice color addition. Likewise, you do not HAVE to peel the eggplant if you want to leave the skin on. Just dice them up small. Another great color addition to a simple meal! Also, you can make this vegetarian if you use vegetable broth and leave out the meat or substitute TVP. Enjoy!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs chicken or 2 lbs beef
1 large eggplant, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
2 cups chicken broth (or 1 can plus a little water)
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
1 tablespoon season salt, to taste (I use Tony Cachere's which is spicier but you can use Season All which has no heat or cayenne)
3 cups brown rice, cooked (measured after it's cooked) or 3 cups white rice, if preferred

Steps:

  • Brown ground meat and drain well. Rinse with water if desired. Reduce heat and add eggplant, onions, bell peppers, garlic and green onions. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add the broth and just a little water if needed so that it almost covers the mixture. Stir in seasoning and bring mixture to a boil. Simmer stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes or until it has reached a desirable consistency. I like to have some liquid left in the bottom when I add the rice.
  • Stir in cooked rice until well mixed and the remaining liquid has absorbed into the rice as much as you want. Serve hot as a side dish or a main dish.
  • Note: For those who like lots of heat this is great served with tabasco or other hot sauce or even a sauce piquant! Ces' si bon!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 209.2, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 24.3

DIRTY RICE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound chicken livers
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2 large eggplant, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 pound breakfast sausage
3/4 stick butter
5 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
Cajun seasoning mix
2 to 4 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 cup green onion tops, chopped

Steps:

  • Begin by putting the chicken livers into boiling water and cook until tender. Remove from the water and put in a food processor and process to a pate-like texture. Set aside.
  • In a separate pot, add the bouillon granules to boiling water, and then add the eggplant. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Brown the meat in a lightly greased, heavy cast-iron pot. Pour off the excess grease. Remove the meat and melt the butter. Add the celery, onions and bell peppers and saute until tender. Add back the chicken livers, meat mixture and cooked eggplant. Add Cajun seasoning to taste. Slowly simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions and add to the dressing a bit at a time until you achieve the balance that you like of rice to dressing mix. At the very end, add the chopped green onion tops. Simmer for a few minutes longer.

EGGPLANT STIR-FRY OVER RICE



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A simple, easy, and healthy mixture of eggplant, zucchini, onion, tomato, and mushrooms tossed together in a frying pan and served over rice.

Provided by Companion

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 cup white rice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped mushrooms
½ medium red onion, chopped
1 eggplant, diced
1 small zucchini, diced
½ teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce, or more to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion and saute for 3 minutes. Add eggplant, zucchini, and 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add tomato but do not stir in. Sprinkle in peanuts, cover, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Put rice onto serving plates and add extra soy sauce if desired. Top with vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 36.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

EGGPLANT AND OYSTER RICE DRESSING



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Categories     Rice     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Oyster     Eggplant     Fall     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups white rice (short, medium, or long grain)
7 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 lb eggplant, trimmed and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
24 shucked oysters, including liquor (1 pint total)
1 cup thinly sliced scallion greens
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a 3-quart saucepan. Add rice and cook, covered, over low heat until water is absorbed and rice is just cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and fluff with a fork.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook eggplant in batches, turning it and adding up to 4 tablespoons of remaining oil as necessary, until tender and browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. When cool enough to handle, cut eggplant into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Heat remaining oil in skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion and bell pepper, stirring, until softened and edges are browned. Add garlic, oysters (without liquor), and eggplant and sauté, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.
  • Gently toss eggplant mixture, oyster liquor, 1/2 cup scallions, cayenne, and salt to taste with rice in bowl and transfer to a buttered 3-quart shallow baking dish. Cover with foil and bake in middle of oven 1 1/2 hours. Remove foil and stir in remaining 1/2 cup scallions.

EGGPLANT DIRTY RICE DRESSING



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This recipe was on the table throughout summer when I was growing up. Eggplant grew all summer and my Mom made this almost weekly. This with a side of fresh green beans from our garden seasoned with salt pork was a favorite summertime meal at my childhood home. And to tell the truth, it still is!

Provided by Debora Hotard @Grammiedebbie02

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggplants, peeled, and cut in cubes
3 cup(s) cooked rice
2 medium onions
3 clove(s) garlic, minced
2 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
1 large green bell pepper
2 pound(s) ground round
2 large celery stalks
- salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon(s) louisiana hot sauce
1 large bunch green onions, chopped (white and green part)
1/2 cup(s) fresh parsely, chopped

Steps:

  • Soak cut eggplant in salt water for 10 minutes (this will keep eggplant from turning dark).
  • Put oil in bottom of heavy bottomed pot. Saute onions, bell pepper, celery and garlic in oil until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Add Ground Round and cook until meat begins to brown.
  • Drain eggplant, and add to meat mixture. Smother down covered until eggplant is well cooked. (Eggplant will be completely mashed up when done). Stir often and scrape the bottom of pot with your spoon to lift off any that may be starting to stick. Add 1 teaspoon of Louisiana Hot sauce Taste, adjust seasoning to your taste. Stir in Chopped green onions and parsley. Cook for only a few minutes longer. Remove from heat.
  • Add the cooked rice, stir to mix completely. Serve hot. Note: at anytime if the mixture becomes to dry to finish cooking the eggplant down, then add a small amount of water.

DIRTY RICE DRESSING



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This dish is referred to as "dirty rice" because of the color of the rice at the end of the cooking process. If you ask someone from Louisiana what kind of dressing they want on their salad, the answer just may be, rice!

Provided by kajun kitchen king

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 2h1m

Yield 22 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground pork
1 lb ground chuck
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup dark roux
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup chopped green onion
15 cups packed cooked rice

Steps:

  • Heat medium saucepot over medium heat. Add pork and beef and cook until meat is browned.
  • Add 1 cup of onions, 1/2 cup of bell pepper, 1/2 cup of celery, 2 tablespoons garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add dark roux and cook for additional 5 minutes. Add Cajun seasoning, salt, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, hot sauce and pepper.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining onion, celery and bell pepper, cover pot and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in green onions and parsley.
  • Stir in cooked rice until completely incorporated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.2, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 32.8, Sodium 376.1, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 13.4

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and utensils ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh, ripe eggplants: The fresher the eggplants, the better the flavor and texture of your dish will be.
  • Roast the eggplants properly: Roasting the eggplants is an essential step in this recipe. Make sure to roast them until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing. Choose a broth that has a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Add the rice at the end: Adding the rice at the end of the cooking process will help prevent it from becoming overcooked and mushy.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Eggplant dirty rice dressing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant, and it's also a good option for vegetarians and vegans. With its smoky, savory flavor and hearty texture, eggplant dirty rice dressing is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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