Best 10 Elswets Jambalaya Rice Recipes

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Elswets jambalaya rice is a classic Creole dish that combines the flavors of Spanish, French, and African cuisine. Originating in Louisiana, this flavorful rice dish is made with a variety of ingredients, including rice, protein (such as chicken, shrimp, or sausage), vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, and celery), and a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, spices, and herbs. The dish is typically served with a side of cornbread or French bread. With its bold flavors and versatility, elswets jambalaya rice is a popular dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ELSWET'S SCALLOPED RICE AU GRATIN



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This tastes much more rich than the nutritional guide would indicate. It's fantastic if you love cheese, and makes an apt side dish to just about any meat entre. You can add a pound of browned ground beef or diced, pre-cooked chicken to make this a one-dish meal! This is a family recipe from Kelly County Ireland, which has survived the years [with adaptations along the way, of course]. It was originally intended for use with potatoes. If you wish to attempt it in its original form, boil 4 large potatoes for 8 minutes, remove from pot and slice, and use in place of the rice.

Provided by Pagan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large onions, chopped
2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups brown rice, uncooked
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 cups water, boiling
2 cups tomato soup
1/2 cup bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, room temperature

Steps:

  • Fry the onions and peppers in the butter until the onions are a light, golden brown. Add the rice, salt, and boiling water and cook until the rice is nearly done.
  • Add the tomato soup.
  • Once the rice has absorbed all the liquid, gently fold in the cheese. Stir to mix.
  • Transfer to a well greased casserole and bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.2, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 1213.6, Carbohydrate 58.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 12.1, Protein 10.9

CINDY'S JAMBALAYA



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This is a tradition here in the South. You can add anything you like to this basic recipe. You can add crawfish, chicken pieces, make it all sausage. You decide what you like and add it in!

Provided by Cindy in Pensacola

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ pound smoked sausage (such as Conecuh©), cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
salt to taste
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups chicken broth
3 bay leaves
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (30-40 per pound)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Stir in the sausage, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery; season with salt and Cajun seasoning. Cook and stir until the vegetables are soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the rice until evenly coated in the vegetable mixture, then pour in the tomatoes with juice, garlic, chicken broth, bay leaves, and thyme leaves. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes, stir in the shrimp, and cook 10 minutes uncovered until the shrimp turn pink and are no longer translucent in the center. Remove the pot from the heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Discard the bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 106.8 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 889.2 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GULF COAST JAMBALAYA RICE



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As the stew of the South, jambalaya is a definite staple. For ages, home cooks have been making their own tweaks on the traditional recipe. This rendition is my favorite. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound smoked kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups chicken stock
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Place the first 10 ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender., Stir in shrimp and rice. Cook, covered, 15-20 minutes longer, until shrimp turn pink and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 861mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

LOW CARB JAMBALAYA



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A jambalaya for the low-carb and paleo crowd. It's rice free, with extra veggies to make up the volume. Just as delicious and flavorful as traditional jambalaya, without the insulin spike!

Provided by Morgan Mallory

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, diced
2 andouille sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 zucchinis, diced
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 cup chicken broth
1 pound chicken breast, cooked, cooled, and chopped
1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and andouille sausage and cook and stir until the onion starts to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Mix in crushed tomatoes, green bell peppers, zucchinis, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, and chicken broth; bring mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook uncovered until the liquid cooks off and the mixture is thick, about 15 minutes. Stir in chicken and shrimp and simmer until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 166.6 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 974.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

JAMBALAYA



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A spicy jambalaya with chicken, andouille sausage, rice and Cajun seasonings that's easy to make in one pot.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Jambalaya

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon file powder
1 ¼ cups uncooked white rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning. Saute sausage until browned. Remove with slotted spoon, and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and saute chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  • In the same pot, saute onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic until tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce and file powder. Stir in chicken and sausage. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1632.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

COLLEEN'S SLOW COOKER JAMBALAYA



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This recipe came about from a lot of experimenting over the years. My family and friends like this version the best. Serve over cooked rice.

Provided by Colleen Murtaugh

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound frozen cooked shrimp without tails

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, mix the chicken, sausage, tomatoes with juice, onion, green bell pepper, celery, and broth. Season with oregano, parsley, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and thyme.
  • Cover, and cook 7 to 8 hours on Low, or 3 to 4 hours on High. Stir in the shrimp during the last 30 minutes of cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 98.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 687.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

ELSWET'S DELUXE SPANISH RICE



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The base recipe for this came from the Wise Encyclopedia of Cookery [1970's version]. my Wife has adapted the recipe and, over the years, perfected it. This is rich without being heavy. It is creamy without being too liquid. It is spicy, but not uncomfortably so, and goes with just about anything you wish to serve it with. We have it most often with home made chimis or broiled steak. ;) Hope you love it as much as we do. We use brown rice, as the carbs are less, and my Lady is diabetic. Feel free to substitute white rice, as you wish. To make the chicken stock of boullion cubes, 6 chicken cubes to 6 cups hot water and stir until the cubes are completely melted.

Provided by Pagan

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
2 cups brown rice, uncooked
2 garlic cloves, mashed
1 large onion, any type, finely chopped
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, minced
1/2 cup celery, minced, stalks and leaves
1 cup tomatoes, finely chopped, fresh (2 medium tomatoes)
3 ounces tomato sauce
6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups chicken bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ounces cream cheese
3 large black olives, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a four-quart sauce pan, over a medium heat, heat the oil. Add in the brown rice and cook, stirring constantly until rice is lightly toasted. [This step requires constant attention.].
  • Add chopped onion, green onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Stir until blended, and continue cooking until onions begin changing translucent.
  • Add tomatoes and chicken stock [or bullion water]. Return to boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for approximately 20 minutes.
  • Add the cream cheese. Stir well until the cream cheese is entirely melted and blended, recover, and cook for approximately 15 more minutes.
  • Allow to stand, removed from heat, for 5-8 minutes, fluff with a fork, garnish with cheese and black olives, and serve hot!
  • NOTE: This may be served as a side dish, or with sliced smoked sausage, shredded chicken or beef, shrimp, or other seafood and served as a main dish. Also, if you want it more spicy, you can add in the cumin and cayenne while you are toasting the rice. That will breatly enhance the heat level of these spices. Hope you enjoy it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.4, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 891.9, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 7

ELSWET'S ROSEMARY RICE



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This is the perfect side dish for roast chicken, shrimp scampi, or a nice roast (it works so well with pork AND beef!). If used with beef, substitute the chicken broth/bulion cubes for beef flavored ones, and pork bulion for pork. Also, if you don't have the 16-oz can of chicken broth on hand, you can substitute or 2 cups hot water with 6 (flavored to match the meat you're serving) bulion cubes melted within.

Provided by Pagan

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground rosemary
1 1/2 cups white rice
1 (16 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup minced green onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon gumbo file or 6 sassafras leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium high heat in a medium-sized sauce pan that has a lid.
  • Add the rosemary, garlic, and red pepper.
  • Then cook the green onions and parsley until soft- 2-3 minutes.
  • Add rice, and salt, and cook, stirring constantly for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and let rice cook on low heat until liquid is absorbed- 15-17 minutes.
  • Add one cup of HOT water, add the gumbo filé [or sassafras leaves] and continue to cook until rice is done.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in vinegar and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.2, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 527.8, Carbohydrate 59.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 7.7

ELSWET'S JASMINE RICE



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This is jasmine rice as served with Juanita's Seafood Gumbo or Elswet's Pot Roast. It is not overpowering and can be served with any style meat entre from chicken to lasagne to seafood and anything in between. Very versatile.

Provided by Pagan

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 28m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups brown rice or 2 cups white rice (may be substituted)
1 teaspoon salt
5 cups cold water
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon loose jasmine tea, with flowers
1/4 cup hot water
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Deposit the loose tea into a tea ball and drop into the 1/4 cup hot water and let steep.
  • Pour 5 cups cold water to a 2 quart pot, add 1 teaspoon salt and rice, and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and cook until done; approximately 20 minutes.
  • When fully cooked, drain rice and deposit into a large bowl.
  • Add margarine, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper, stirring well to mix.
  • Remove tea ball from 1/4 cup jasmine tea and set aside; pour tea over rice and stir well to mix.
  • Serve and enjoy!

ELSWET'S JAMBALAYA RICE



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This is like a little taste of New Orleans. Growing up very near there, my Wife and her mother would make frequent trips into nearby New Orleans. This is one of the many dishes made at home by my mother in law, while my Wife was young. It's a favorite in our house. Maybe it will be a favorite in yours.

Provided by Pagan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup celery, stalk and leaves, minced
1/2 cup bell pepper, red and green, minced
2 whole onions, 1 white, 1 purple, finely chopped
2 cups rice, uncooked measurement, cooked, rinsed, and drained
8 ounces tomato sauce or 4 fresh tomatoes, diced precooked and set aside
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon sage, rubbed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vinegar, balsamic
4 ounces cheese, diced, use your favorite type and brand of colorful cheese, Velveta Cheddar etc
2/3 cup milk
1 lb smoked sausage, cut into disks, and then quartered
1/2 teaspoon sassafras leaves, ground ... otherwise known as gumbo file'

Steps:

  • JAMBALAYA RICE -- In a fairly large pot, cook your sausage over medium heat. When done, remove to draining plate, and set aside.
  • Into the sausage oil, toss the garlic, onions, peppers, and celery and saute until opaque [about half translucent, or half done].
  • Add in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, salt, peppers, other spices, balsamic vinegar and stir until fully blended, add the sausage and stir again. Continue to cook over a low heat while you prepare the cheese sauce.
  • CHEESY ROUX -- Over a low-medium heat, melt diced cheese with the milk and the gumbo file', stirring slowly and continually, until cheese and milk are creamy.
  • Pour over Jambalaya and stir until blended. Serve hot. Goes great with cheesy biscuits. It also serves well as a side dish with any seafood, or as a main dish using seafood [shrimp, clam, oysters, fish, etc] or small cut bite size chicken in place of the sausage!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats. Jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover meat, so feel free to use a combination of chicken, sausage, shrimp, and crawfish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. Jambalaya is a versatile dish, so you can add any vegetables that you like.
  • Season your jambalaya well. Jambalaya is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to use plenty of spices. A good starting point is to use 1 teaspoon each of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Cook your jambalaya low and slow. Jambalaya is a dish that benefits from being cooked slowly. This allows the flavors to develop and the rice to absorb all of the delicious juices.
  • Serve your jambalaya with a variety of toppings. Jambalaya is a great dish to serve with a variety of toppings, such as green onions, chopped parsley, and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, with chicken or sausage, or with a variety of vegetables, there's a jambalaya recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give jambalaya a try.

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