THE BEST JAMBALAYA

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From one of my favorite cookbooks, The Best of The Best from Louisiana. With my many travels to New Orleans, I haven't found a Jambalaya that beats this one. It's a tad laborious and requires some time but it's well worth it. I usually double up the recipe as it holds very well. I also find it tastes better the next day.

Provided by Nadia NYC

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 small fryer
1 stalk celery (with leaves)
1 onion, halved
1 clove garlic
2 cups converted long grain rice
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
1 lb ham, cubed
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chopped yellow onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 large bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cover chicken with water; add celery, onion garlic and boil until tender, approximately 1 hour.
  • Reserve stock.
  • Remove meat from bones and cut, slice, cube, or shred,however you prefer.
  • In 5 cups stock, cook rice until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes (the rice is supposed to be a bit moist).
  • In a Dutch oven, fry sausage and ham until lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove meat.
  • Add butter to pan and saute onion, pepper, and parsley until tender, approximately 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken, sausage, and ham; stir in garlic, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and Tabasco.
  • Add rice and mix thoroughly.
  • Cook over low heat for approximately 15 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve.

DIOR WARNER DEPP “Dio”
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This jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp.


wanyawii dairy
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I love the flavors in this jambalaya. It's a great dish to serve at a party.


Roman Ramos
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This jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Wali Bakht
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I'm a big fan of jambalaya and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Amarjit Rajak
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This jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck.


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I love this jambalaya! It's so flavorful and has just the right amount of spice. I always get compliments when I make it.


Jonathanmaibelo Mj jj
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This jambalaya is a keeper! It's easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Richard Krjo
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I've made this jambalaya several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Itz_Gacha Blink
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This jambalaya is amazing! It's so flavorful and has just the right amount of spice. I highly recommend this recipe.


ray weintraut
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Yum! This jambalaya is delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kylee Laybourn
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This jambalaya is so good! I love the combination of flavors. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Aadarsh Ghimire
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I made this jambalaya for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Jordyn A
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This was my first time making jambalaya and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


leghari production
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I'm not a huge fan of jambalaya, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the shrimp and sausage.


Xavier Kirk
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This jambalaya is a real winner! It's packed with flavor and has just the right amount of spice. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


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