Shrimp Dirty Rice is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines seasoned shrimp, ground meats, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered together with aromatic spices and served over fluffy rice. This one-pot meal offers a delightful balance of savory and spicy flavors, making it a perfect choice for a comforting yet vibrant dinner.
Full Recipe:
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 (better than bouillon recommended)
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)
¼ 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
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Season the Shrimp: In a small bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with the seafood seasoning until evenly coated.
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, cooking for 2–3 minutes per side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Ground Meats: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the hamburger meat and ground pork sausage, breaking them apart with a spoon as they cook. Cook until browned and cooked through.
Add Vegetables and Garlic: To the skillet with the cooked meats, add the diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Incorporate Spices: Stir in the dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom and become fragrant.
Make the Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mixture in the skillet. Stir constantly for 2–3 minutes to create a light roux, which will help thicken the sauce.
Add Chicken Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Combine with Rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring to incorporate it into the mixture. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.
Add Shrimp: Gently fold the seared shrimp into the rice mixture. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the shrimp are heated through.
Serve: Remove from heat and serve the Shrimp Dirty Rice hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Calories: Approximately 748 kcal
Protein: 44g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fat: 53g
Saturated Fat: 34g
Cholesterol: 450mg
Sodium: 2067mg
Fiber: 0.4g
Sugar: 0g
Calcium: 430mg
Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 294mg
Vitamin D: 0.2μg