Dirty Rice with Smoked Sausage
- 35 min
- Serves 4
- 11 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A hearty Cajun‑inspired dirty rice featuring smoky sausage, aromatic vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice. The dish delivers comforting, savory flavors and is quick enough for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Method
Brown the smoked sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until it is nicely caramelized; remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and oregano; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the rice, coating each grain with the vegetable‑sausage mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth, return the sausage to the pan, and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat, let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and finish with chopped green onions.
Tips while you cook
- Brown sausage first
- Brown the smoked sausage before adding other ingredients and set it aside.
- Simmer covered
- Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
- Rest before fluffing
- Let the rice stand covered for 5 minutes after cooking before fluffing with a fork.
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