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Cajun Shrimp Dirty Rice with Grilled Plantains
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp of Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 1 3/4 cups of chicken broth
- 1/2 lb of andouille sausage, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tbsp of Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- In a large skillet, cook the andouille sausage over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cooked rice. Season with salt, pepper, and the remaining 1 tbsp of Cajun seasoning. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the plantain slices with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly charred and softened.
- While the plantains are grilling, add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet with the rice mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve the Cajun shrimp dirty rice with the grilled plantains, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Cajun Shrimp Dirty Rice with Grilled Plantains is a classic Louisiana dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with the sweet and savory taste of grilled plantains. This dish has its roots in the Cajun and Creole traditions of Louisiana, where it was originally created as a way to make use of leftover ingredients. The dish typically features spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp served over a bed of dirty rice, which is rice cooked with a blend of onions, bell peppers, celery, and Cajun spices. The grilled plantains add a deliciously sweet and caramelized flavor to the dish, balancing out the heat of the shrimp and the richness of the rice. One of the most famous versions of this dish can be found at renowned Cajun and Creole restaurants in New Orleans, where talented chefs expertly prepare the shrimp with a perfect balance of spices and grill the plantains to caramelized perfection. The key to getting this dish right lies in the seasoning of the shrimp and the preparation of the dirty rice, which should be rich and flavorful with a hint of spice. While the traditional method involves grilling the plantains, some chefs also opt to fry or bake them for a slightly different take on the dish. For those looking to experience the best Cajun Shrimp Dirty Rice with Grilled Plantains, a visit to New Orleans or a top-rated Cajun restaurant is a must. However, adventurous home cooks can also recreate this iconic dish by sourcing high-quality Cajun spices, fresh shrimp, and ripe plantains to bring a taste of Louisiana to their own kitchen.
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4
450 calories
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