Irresistibly Spicy Mexican Dirty Rice (Print View)
Spicy Mexican-style dirty rice with sausage, peppers, and bold flavors for a crowd-pleasing one-pan dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Rice Base
01 -
1 cup long-grain jasmine rice
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2 cups chicken broth
→ Flavoring
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1 pound Cajun sausage, diced
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2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
→ Vegetables
05 -
1 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, and green)
06 -
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
07 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Additional Flavor
08 -
2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
# Directions:
01 -
Rinse long-grain jasmine rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic in a splash of oil until vegetables are softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Add diced Cajun sausage to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Stir in rinsed rice, Cajun seasoning, and tomato paste with the sausage and vegetables until all ingredients are well coated.
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Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
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Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Rinse rice well to achieve separate grains and prevent stickiness.