📍 Louisiana
Jambalaya
Louisiana rice cooked with chicken, andouille, shrimp, vegetables and Cajun seasoning.
- Preparation
- 20 min
- Cooking
- 45 min
- Waiting and resting
- 5 min
History
A Creole rice dish associated with Louisiana, combining meats, seafood and aromatic vegetables.
Ingredients
Preparation
- 1
Brown chicken and sausage in oil in a wide pot. Add onion, celery, pepper and garlic; sauté 8 minutes.
- 2
Add tomatoes and Cajun seasoning and cook 5 minutes. Add rice and stock, stir once and bring to a boil.
- 3
Cover and cook on low for 18 minutes. Add shrimp on top, cover and cook another 5-7 minutes until opaque and the chicken reaches 74 °C.
- 4
Turn off the heat and rest covered 5 minutes. Fluff gently and adjust the salt.
Cooking tips
- Avoid constantly stirring the rice during cooking or it can turn mushy.
References to consult
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