Shrimp Dirty Rice: A Flavorful and Easy Comfort Meal
Get ready to indulge in the delicious flavors of Shrimp Dirty Rice, a comforting and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp, cover, and cook until the shrimp are pink and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Shrimp Dirty Rice, comfort food, easy recipes