Best 2 Justin Wilsons Jambalaya Recipes

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Justin Wilson's jambalaya is a classic Cajun dish that is packed with flavor. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter day or a hot summer night. The combination of sausage, chicken, shrimp, and vegetables creates a delicious and complex flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. This article will provide you with the best recipe for Justin Wilson's jambalaya, as well as some tips and tricks for making the perfect dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AUTHENTIC JAMBALAYA



Authentic Jambalaya image

A good recipe I got from a Justin Wilson cookbook. I didn't change much just tweaked a few things and halved the recipe, so it's pretty true to his recipe. This is nice and mild, not a lot of spice so my wife likes it. I have to add at least a tsp of Tabasco to each bowl though. I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by Kevin Young

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs chicken breasts (cut into 2-inch pieces)
1/4 cup oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped scallion
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups long grain rice
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cook chicken in oil over medium heat until brown, and cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from pot preserving remaining oil.
  • Add onions, bell pepper, parsley, and scallions to oil and sauté until the onions are transparent (about 5-10 minutes).
  • Add sausage, rice, broth, garlic, chicken, salt, and pepper.
  • Continue cooking over medium heat until nearly all the water has absorbed into the rice (about 15-20 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer until rice is done.
  • Do not lift lid for at least 1 hour.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1185.4, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 214.7, Sodium 2424.3, Carbohydrate 63.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.8, Protein 72.1

JUSTIN WILSON'S GUMBO



Justin Wilson's Gumbo image

I stumbled upon a video of his tv show. "You know why de shicken cross de road, haaah? Really, to run away from dem Cajuns, I tell you dat right now, cause Cajun will eat mos' any-ting, an dey love to cook shicken." Cooking time is approximate since he says to "cook it a long time"...Id say 2 hours or more

Provided by petlover

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups cut up andouille sausages
2 -3 lbs chicken, cut into small size parts, including gizzards
2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons louisiana hot sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 cups water
4 cups sauterne white wine
file powder

Steps:

  • "Firs', you gotta make-a-roux, you know dat".
  • In a cast iron dutch oven, combine oil and flour on MED heat. Stir the mixture constantly and slowly until it browns.
  • "You cook dat til you tink, dat's gonna burn, but dat's not what it did, see y'gots to cook dat til it's like Dutch chocolate, y'see?".
  • When the roux reaches it's proper, aforementioned color, you add the onion. Once that onion has cooked clear looking, add your garlic, and whisk in 4 cups of water.
  • Next you stir in the worcestershire and hot sauce, and add your andouille sausage.
  • Now it's time to add your chicken. "I put the pieces I like most of all, which is all the shicken, and the part what go over de fence last, I like dat.".
  • Add your 4 cups of Sauterne wine, and 2.5 teaspoons of salt. Stir all this together and your gumbo is completed,.
  • except for the cooking.
  • " What you did with dis, now you cook dis today, an don' serve it today, no. You put it in you icebox tonight, an tomorrow, bring it to a boil an let it simmer for about an hour, an den eat dat, cause it taste more batter den, hoooo, it always does.".
  • Whether you can wait until the next day or not, cook it a long time until the chicken is ready to fall off the bone.
  • Serve it with hot cooked rice and offer ï¬�le powder to you guests.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your jambalaya is cooked evenly.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the flavor of your jambalaya. Use fresh vegetables, flavorful sausage, and tender chicken. If you can, use homemade chicken stock for even more flavor.
  • Sauté your vegetables: Sautéing your vegetables in a little oil before adding them to the jambalaya will help to bring out their flavor and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Brown your meat: Browning your meat before adding it to the jambalaya will also help to develop flavor. You can do this in a separate pan or in the same pot you're using to cook the jambalaya.
  • Use a flavorful stock: The stock you use for your jambalaya is also important for flavor. Use a stock that is flavorful and has a good depth of flavor. Chicken stock, vegetable stock, or seafood stock are all good options.
  • Add your rice last: Add your rice to the jambalaya last, after the vegetables, meat, and stock have had a chance to simmer together. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming overcooked.
  • Cook your jambalaya over low heat: Jambalaya is best cooked over low heat. This will help to prevent the rice from burning and will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Let your jambalaya rest before serving: Once your jambalaya is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to continue to develop and will make the jambalaya easier to serve.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. By following these tips, you can make a jambalaya that is flavorful, hearty, and sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give jambalaya a try!

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