Name: Shrimp Dirty Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Française
Ingredients: 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil; 450g/1 lbs ground beef; 1 onion, medium, chopped; 2 ribs celery, diced; 1 bell pepper, (red or green), diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) cayenne; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) paprika; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) oregano; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) thyme; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) dried garlic flakes; 1 3/4 tsp (9 ml) salt; 1/2 tsp (3 ml) pepper; 300g/1 1/2 cups rice, any kind, not quick cooking; 750ml/3 cups chicken stock; 1 bay leaf; 450g/1 lbs shrimp; 2 green onions, sliced

Description

Discover how to make Shrimp Dirty Rice with this flavorful recipe. Learn step-by-step instructions for creating a delicious, savory dish that’s perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
450g/1 lbs ground beef
1 onion, medium, chopped
2 ribs celery, diced
1 bell pepper, (red or green), diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp (1 ml) cayenne
1/2 tsp (3 ml) paprika
1/2 tsp (3 ml) oregano
1/2 tsp (3 ml) thyme
1/2 tsp (3 ml) dried garlic flakes
1 3/4 tsp (9 ml) salt
1/2 tsp (3 ml) pepper
300g/1 1/2 cups rice, any kind, not quick cooking
750ml/3 cups chicken stock
1 bay leaf
450g/1 lbs shrimp
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

In a large skillet, warm up 1 tablespoon of olive oil and brown the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink. Shift the beef to one side of the skillet, pour in the remaining tablespoon of oil, and toss in the chopped onion, diced celery, bell pepper, and minced garlic, cooking them for 5 minutes. Incorporate all the listed spices, salt, pepper, and rice, and sauté for 2 minutes, ensuring to stir continuously.
Pour in the chicken stock and add a bay leaf, allowing the mixture to reach a boil. Then, cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low, letting it simmer for 15 minutes. (Remember to stir the rice halfway through the cooking process.)
Remove the lid, and if the rice appears too dry or slightly scorched on the bottom, add a small amount of water (about 1/4 cup). Stir in the shrimp, cover again, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink. Check if the rice is done to your liking. (If not, let it sit covered for 5 minutes off the heat.) Gently fold in the sliced green onions.

Notes

Brown the ground beef well to intensify flavor and reduce moisture.
Opt for red bell pepper for sweetness or green for a hint of bitterness.
Stir rice frequently at first to ensure even spice coverage.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Française

Nutrition

Calories: 450
Fat: 12g
Protein: 8g

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