Best 2 New Orleans Dirty Rice Recipes

In the heart of Louisiana, where the air is thick with the sounds of jazz and the smell of aromatic spices, lies a dish that embodies the culinary spirit of New Orleans: dirty rice. This iconic dish, born from the ingenuity of African American cooks, has become a staple in Creole cuisine, captivating taste buds with its medley of flavors and textures. Its name, "dirty," is a nod to the unique dark color imparted by the addition of chopped chicken livers, a testament to the resourcefulness of those who created it. Whether served as a main course or as a hearty side dish, dirty rice is a culinary journey that pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans.

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NEW ORLEANS DIRTY RICE OR CAJUN RICE RECIPE

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Cajun rice or "dirty rice" is a well loved New Orleans dish and a Louisiana classic, with as many different recipes as there are cooks. Traditional Dirty Rice uses chopped chicken livers which gives it a distinctive flavor and a dark color dubbing it "dirty" rice. It typically includes the trinity with da' Pope, which is diced...

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories Rice Sides

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 lb bulk pork breakfast sausage (jimmy dean, hot or mild)
1 lb chicken livers, chopped fine or ground
1 lb ground beef
2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce (lea & perrins)
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 large onion, diced
2 stalk(s) celery, chopped fine
2 c converted long grain rice (zatarain's or uncle ben's)
1 bunch green onions, sliced thin
3 clove or "toes" garlic, minced
salt, black & cayenne pepper to taste
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) low sodium beef broth
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) low sodium chicken broth
3-4 oz water or as needed
2 tsp cajun/creole seasoning, or to taste
1/2 tsp sage *see cook's notes
2-3 bay leaves
1 1/2 c fresh chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

1. In a large Dutch oven or saucepan, over medium-high heat, sauté the sausage, beef, and livers until no pink remains. Drain all but 3 Tbsp from the pan. (If sausage is very lean add bacon grease or butter to pan to make 3 Tbsp.)
2. Add the bell pepper, onions, and celery. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the veggies begin to soften and brown. Add the rice, green onions, and garlic; continue to stir for 1-2 minutes until the rice begins to toast or turn brown.
4. Add the worcestershire sauce, beef & chicken stock, creole seasoning, sage, and bay leaves. Mix well, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Cook until the rice is fully tender and the broth has been absorbed. Stir well and remove from heat, then stir in the chopped parsley.
6. *Cooks Notes: Don't let the Sage scare you off because you don't taste the small amount of sage in this recipe but it does make a difference in the taste, so don't leave it out. I personally do not like sage in anything, but this recipe is the exception. Some people like to put diced pork or Andouille sausage in their Dirty Rice, which is fine - almost anything goes, however, adding sausage or tomatoes will lean the dish towards a Jambalaya. Dirty Rice shouldn't be too wet or gummy, the grains should separate easily and still be moist enough to hold together on your fork.

NEW ORLEANS DIRTY RICE

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Make and share this New Orleans Dirty Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DarksLight

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb ground deer meat, burger
8 ounces dirty rice mix
1/2 cup onion
1/2 cup green pepper
1/2 cup red pepper
1/2 cup orange peppers or 1/2 cup yellow pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic

Steps:

brown the burger(w/ onions & peppers)drain the grease.
add the remaining spices.
in a pan,boil the rice mixture for 5 minutes.
then add to the meat.
cook for 25 mins or til the rice is tender.

Tips:

Dirty rice is a one-pot meal that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste.
Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to evenly distribute heat and prevent the rice from sticking.
Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch and help prevent clumping.
Use a flavorful broth, such as chicken, beef, or vegetable broth, to add depth of flavor to the rice.
Sauté the vegetables and meat before adding the rice to help develop their flavor.
Add the rice and broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to separate the grains and make it light and fluffy.
Serve dirty rice with your favorite sides, such as fried chicken, grilled shrimp, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Dirty rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste. With its bold flavors and hearty texture, dirty rice is sure to become a favorite in your household.