Shrimp Dirty Rice Dish 

This Shrimp Dirty Rice Dish is a flavorful one-pot meal that combines seasoned shrimp with a hearty mix of ground meats, vegetables, and spices. Inspired by classic Cajun cuisine, this dish offers a rich and satisfying taste, perfect for a comforting dinner. The combination of shrimp and seasoned rice brings a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb hamburger meat

• 1 lb ground pork sausage

• 10–12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 4 cups cooked long-grain rice

• 2 cups chicken broth (preferably better than bouillon)

• 1.5 cups mixed onions and bell peppers, diced

• 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided

• 1 tsp seafood seasoning (e.g., Old Bay or Tony Chachere's)

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp dried oregano

• 3 tsp minced garlic

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions:

1. Season the Shrimp: In a small bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with the seafood seasoning until evenly coated.

2. Sear the Shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and form a C-shape. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the Ground Meats: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the hamburger meat and ground pork sausage, breaking them apart with a spoon as they cook. Cook until browned and no longer pink.

4. Add Vegetables and Garlic: To the skillet, add the diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.

5. Incorporate Spices: Stir in the dried oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom.

6. Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir continuously for 2–3 minutes to form a light roux.

7. Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until it thickens slightly.

8. Combine with Rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring to combine.

9. Add Shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, mixing them into the rice mixture.

10. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Shrimp Dirty Rice Dish!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: Approximately 421 kcal

• Protein: 24g

• Fat: 28g

• Carbohydrates: 17g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 4g

• Sodium: 1567mg

• Cholesterol: 128mg

• Calcium: 61mg

• Iron: 2mg

• Vitamin A: 845 IU

• Vitamin C: 32mg

• Potassium: 596mg