Jambalaya Shrimp Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🥄 Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of the South with this mouthwatering Jambalaya Shrimp recipe. Bursting with a medley of spices, vegetables, and succulent shrimp, this one-dish meal is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that’s ready in under 4 hours. Dive into a bowl of hearty goodness that’s sure to satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup chopped ham
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup diced green pepper
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cups water
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup rice
Instructions:
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Prepare the Roux: In a large pot, melt fat over medium heat. Add flour, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly browned.
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Add Ingredients: Stir in the chopped ham, shrimp, and diced tomatoes. Cook for approximately 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Season and Simmer: Incorporate the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced green pepper, dried thyme, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and water into the pot. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
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Cook the Rice: Add the rice to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer until the rice is tender, approximately 30 minutes. It’s important not to stir the mixture during this time, but occasionally lift it from the bottom of the pot to prevent burning.
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Serve: Once the rice is cooked and the flavors have melded beautifully, remove the pot from the heat. Keep it covered until ready to serve to retain the warmth and flavors.
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Enjoy: Ladle generous servings of the Jambalaya Shrimp into bowls, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and savor the spicy, savory goodness of this classic Southern dish. Serve hot and enjoy with your loved ones!
Whether you’re craving a comforting meal for a cozy night in or looking to impress your family and friends with a taste of New Orleans, this Jambalaya Shrimp recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Dive into a bowl of vibrant flavors and let the magic of Cajun cuisine transport you to the heart of Louisiana! 🍤🍚🌶️
