Description
Craving a hearty, flavorful meal that brings the best of Southern comfort food to your table? Shrimp Dirty Rice is the answer! This dish combines savory ground meat, tender shrimp, and bold spices, all cooked together with perfectly cooked rice to create a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 lb hamburger meat
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 10–12 shrimp (tail-off, deveined)
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups broth (Better Than Bouillon chicken recommended)
- 1.5 cups mixed onions and bell peppers (chopped)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 tsp seafood seasoning
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp black pepper (more to taste)
- ½ tsp salt (more to taste)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Season and Cook the Shrimp
- Toss shrimp in seafood seasoning.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and curled. Remove and set aside.
- Brown the Meats
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add hamburger meat and ground pork sausage, breaking apart as it cooks. Brown for 5–7 minutes.
- Add the Vegetables
- Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Stir occasionally, cooking until vegetables are tender and the meat is fully browned.
- Add the Seasonings
- Stir in oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne. Mix to combine.
- Make the Roux
- Sprinkle flour over the meat and vegetable mixture and stir well to coat. Gradually pour in the broth while stirring. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Add the Rice
- Stir in the cooked rice, mixing well to absorb the flavorful broth and seasonings. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the Shrimp
- Gently fold the cooked shrimp back into the skillet. Heat everything through for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot for a truly satisfying Southern meal.
Notes
- Use Fresh Shrimp: Fresh or thawed shrimp work best, and ensure they are patted dry before cooking.
- Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: Watch the shrimp closely while cooking to avoid overcooking, which can make them rubbery.
- Adjust the Spice Level: Add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra heat, or reduce chili powder for a milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern