Seafood jambalaya is a flavorful and versatile Louisiana stew that combines the essence of the sea with the rustic charm of Creole cooking. Bursting with an array of seafood such as succulent shrimp, tender calamari, and flaky fish, it is a seafood lover's dream. Encapsulating the essence of a coastal feast, seafood jambalaya is a symphony of briny flavors, aromatic spices, and hearty grains. This delectable dish is a testament to the rich culinary history and diverse cultural influences that shape the vibrant tapestry of Louisiana cuisine.
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SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA
Steps:
- Combine the butter and sausage in a Dutch oven or heavy-gauge pot over high heat, and saute for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the bell pepper, onion, celery, and garlic, and season with Creole seasoning, salt and black pepper. Saute, still over high heat, for about 8 minutes, or until the natural sugars in the vegetables have browned and caramelized.
- Add the tomatoes, shrimp, fish and bay leaves, and stir. Add the rice, stir gently, and add the water. Gently move the spoon across the bottom of the pot, making sure that the rice is not sticking. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid. Turn off the heat, then fold in the oysters, cover and let sit for about 8 minutes, during which time the jambalaya will continue cooking from residual heat.
- To serve, transfer to a serving bowl, and mix in the green onions. Season with hot sauce.
- Thoroughly combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Pour the mixture into a large glass or plastic jar. Seal it so that it's airtight. It will keep indefinitely.
SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA
My neighbor always gave me a container of this jambalaya when he made it. My family fought over it. I even made him make it for a Kentucky Derby party I had, and everyone raved. -Kristin Arnett
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms, onions, pepper, celery and garlic in oil. Add the sausage, shrimp, crawfish, broth, tomatoes, seasonings and rice., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45 minutes or until heated through, stirring after 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 181mg cholesterol, Sodium 1322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
ANTI-SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA
I've always loved the flavors of jambalaya but can rarely enjoy it because I hate seafood. SO I created my own New Orleans-style jambalaya without seafood, just sausage and chicken.
Provided by catercow
Categories Stew
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a soup pot, heat 1 tbsp oil. Add sausage and chicken and cook until brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer the mix to a large bowl.
- In the same pot, heat remaining oil and add celery, onion, and bell pepper. Cook about 5 minutes.
- Add bay leaves, garlic, thyme, salt and cayenne pepper, cook 2 minutes longer.
- Return sausage mix to the pot, add uncooked rice, broth, and tomatoes.
- Bring mix to a boil and reduce heat to low. Allow to simmer, covered, 20 minutes. Cook until rice is tender about 10 minutes longer and remove bay leaves.
- Sprinkle with scallions and serve.
GRILLED SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA FOIL PACKS
This version of jambalaya is grilled in foil packets, resulting in a tender stew with a slight smoky flavor.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 6 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Cook rice in water as directed on package. In large bowl, mix cooked rice and remaining ingredients. Place 1/6 of mixture (dividing shrimp and scallops evenly) on center of each sheet.
- Bring up 2 sides of foil over shrimp mixture so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
- Place packets on grill over low heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, rotating packets 1/2 turn after 6 minutes, until shrimp are pink.
- To serve, cut large X across top of each packet; carefully fold back foil to allow steam to escape.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICY SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA
Make and share this Spicy Seafood Jambalaya recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Terese
Categories Mussels
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large flame proof pan with a lid.
- Saute onion, bacon, capsicum and garlic for 5 minutes or until soft.
- Stir in thyme, cayenne pepper, spice mix.
- Cook for 2 minutes then add the rice.
- Add the tomato paste, tomatoes, chicken stock and wine and bring to the boil.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until rice is just tender and liquid has been absorbed.
- Add the shrimps, mussels, fish and cook covered for further 3 minutes until seafood is cooked through and mussels have opened.
- (Discard any that have not opened).
- Stir in the coriander, season to taste and serve immediately.
CHICKEN AND SEAFOOD JAMBALAYA
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine seasonings in a small bowl and set aside. In a 4 qt saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ham and sausage and saute until crisp, about 5 to 8 minutes stirring frequently. Add onions, celery and bell pepper and saute until tender but firm, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken. Raise heat to high and cook one minute, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium and add seasonings and garlic. Cook 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook another 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the tomoato sauce and cook 7 minutes. Stir in stock and bring to boil. Stir in green onions and cook 3 minutes. Add rice and shrimp. stir well and remove from heat. Transfer to baking pan or casserole dish, cover and bake at 350 until rice is tender but crunchy, about 20 to 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh seafood, vegetables, and spices will make a big difference in the flavor of your jambalaya. Shop at a reputable seafood market or grocery store, and choose vegetables that are in season and at their peak of freshness.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. When cooking jambalaya, it's important to give the ingredients enough space to cook evenly. If you overcrowd the pot, the jambalaya will be mushy and undercooked.
- Cook the rice correctly. Rice is a key ingredient in jambalaya, so it's important to cook it properly. Follow the instructions on the package of rice that you are using, and be sure to cook it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood cooks quickly, so it's important to be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
- Season the jambalaya to taste. Jambalaya should be flavorful, so don't be afraid to season it to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices until the jambalaya reaches your desired level of flavor.
Conclusion:
Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover seafood and vegetables, and it's also a fun and easy dish to make. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a jambalaya that will impress your friends and family.
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