Best 6 Moms Dirty Rice Recipes
In the realm of Southern comfort food, few dishes hold a place as cherished as "Mom's Dirty Rice." This beloved recipe, often passed down through generations, has become a staple at family gatherings and potlucks, bringing a unique blend of flavors and textures to the table. Its name, "Dirty Rice," is derived from the hearty inclusion of ground beef or sausage, which adds a savory richness to the dish. This introduction to "Mom's Dirty Rice" will guide you through the culinary journey of creating this classic Southern dish, exploring its origins, key ingredients, and the heartwarming memories it holds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SKILLET DIRTY RICE & BEANS
Skillet Dirty Rice & Beans is a one pan dinner that is easy to make and full of Cajun flavors and spices.
Provided by Susie Weinrich
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet with a lid heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the onions and garlic for about 5 minutes, stirring often.Add the diced sausage and give a stir or two.
- Sprinkle in all the seasonings and spices. Stir to coat the onions and sausage.Stir in the (uncooked) rice.
- Pour the chicken broth and tomatoes into the pot and scrape up and browned bits from the bottom of the pot.Turn the heat to medium high and bring the liquid to a hard simmer for a minute.Turn the heat to low and pop the lid on the pot. Cook for 18-20 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the burner and let sit, with the lid on, for 5 minutes.Stir the bean into the mixture and serve.
ANN'S DIRTY RICE
Quick and easy dinner. A family favorite. This was my mother's recipe. In my humble opinion she was the best cook ever. This recipe is very versatile and can be seasoned so many different ways. Please feel free to try your own favorite seasoning combinations. My two boys who are now 27 and 31 and my husband request this simple dinner frequently and I have taught the boys to make it but they say mine tastes different. I love to cook and they love to eat. This is such a simple recipe and I usually double so they have plenty to take home with them. It heats up well.
Provided by Ann Bray
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef, onion, green and red peppers, beef bullion, salt, seasoned salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the water and rice. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 701 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
SOUTHERN DIRTY RICE
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
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
DIRTY RICE
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
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.
MIMI'S DIRTY RICE
This dirty rice recipe came from my mom in 1996, and I don't have any idea where she got it. It can be adjusted for your tastes -- more or less of the "7 seasonings" to make it hotter. I usually make it and put it in stuffed peppers, but it could be a stand alone dish or side. We love it!
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Rice
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine first 7 seasonings and set aside.
- Over medium heat, place ground meat and bay leaves in skillet with oil. Brown meat thoroughly. Drain excess grease.
- Stir 7 seasonings into meat. Add onions, celery, peppers, and garlic, stirring well.
- Add butter and reduce heat to medium; cook 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add chicken or beef broth; cook 8 minutes over high heat, stirring once.
- Add minute rice and cover. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.3, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 486.6, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 25.9
MOM'S DIRTY RICE
My mother made this for me and my husband. We had it is a main dish, but could be used as a side dish. It is spicy! I have no idea how many servings it makes. My mother would bring this to us in a big bowl. We would dish it out on dinner plates, warm it up in the microwave and ENJOY! Try it you will love it!
Provided by Rhonda O
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 cup servings, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sauté onion, celery, and green pepper in margarine until tender.
- In separate pan brown sausage drain meat.
- In large saucepan combine vegetables, sausage, broth, and water and rice.
- Simmer 30-40 minutes until rice is done.
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the rice from sticking.
- Rinse the rice: This will remove any excess starch and help to prevent the rice from becoming gummy.
- Use a combination of long-grain and short-grain rice: This will give the rice a nice texture and flavor.
- Add the Cajun seasoning: This is what gives dirty rice its characteristic flavor. You can use store-bought Cajun seasoning or make your own.
- Cook the rice in chicken broth: This will add flavor and moisture to the rice.
- Add the trinity: This is a mixture of onions, celery, and bell peppers. It is a classic ingredient in many Cajun dishes.
- Add the ground beef: This is optional, but it adds protein and flavor to the dish.
- Cook the rice until it is tender: This will take about 30 minutes.
- Serve the rice hot: Dirty rice is best served hot, with a side of your favorite vegetables.
Conclusion:
Dirty rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a good source of protein and vegetables. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook rice, then you should definitely try dirty rice.
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