Shrimp Dirty Rice Blend (Printable Version)
A flavorful mix of shrimp, sausage, spices, and rice creating a comforting, spiced dinner.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Proteins
01 -
1 lb ground hamburger meat
02 -
1 lb ground beef sausage
03 -
10-12 shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Grains and Liquids
04 -
4 cups cooked white rice
05 -
2 cups chicken broth (Better Than Bouillon recommended)
→ Vegetables
06 -
1.5 cups chopped mix of onions and bell peppers
→ Oils and Fats
07 -
3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
→ Seasonings and Spices
08 -
1 tsp seafood seasoning
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1 tbsp dried oregano
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3 tsp minced garlic
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp black pepper, adjust to taste
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½ tsp salt, adjust to taste
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
→ Thickener
18 -
¼ cup all-purpose flour
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Coat shrimp evenly with seafood seasoning and set aside.
02 -
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they curl into a 'C' shape. Remove from pan and keep warm.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the skillet. Cook hamburger meat and ground beef sausage until browning begins.
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Incorporate chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic into the skillet with the meats. Continue cooking until meats are fully browned and vegetables are softened.
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Add oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine.
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Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring continuously. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Allow mixture to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Stir cooked rice into the skillet. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
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Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and fold into the rice and meat mixture. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Use pre-cooked rice for consistent texture and quicker preparation.