Seafood Jambalaya

Seafood Jambalaya

Take 2 of making jambalaya, but this time making a more traditional recipe! The heavenly flavors of the land and the sea come out it this mouthwatering dish!

Ingredients :

1 Package of Chorizo Sausage, Chopped

1 Bag of (~24 Large) Cooked Shrimp, Cut in Half (We definitely enjoyed a few while cooking)

4 Carrots, Chopped

1/3-3/4 Cup of Green Peppers, Diced

White Rice (Cooked in a Rice Cooker)

1/2-1 Cup of Red White (We Used a German Wine we had Opened)

1 Container of Chicken Broth

Diced Tomatoes

1/2 of an Onion, Diced

3 Cloves of Garlic, Minced

2 Tbsp of Olive Oil

Spices (Garlic, Cajun Seasoning, Cayenne, Paprika, Chili Powder, Red Pepper Flakes, Italian Seasoning, Parsley, Salt, and Pepper)

Instructions:

  1. Start the rice in a rice cooker (If you do not have a rice cooker, just cook the rice as you normally would).

  2. In a large pan, sauté the olive oil, garlic, onion, green peppers, and carrots over medium-high heat.

  3. Add the chorizo and cook through until lightly browned.

  4. Mix the tomatoes, chicken broth, and red wine and with the meat and veggies.

  5. Add the cooked rice and spices to the rest of the ingredients and let simmer. Give everything a good stir.

  6. Cover and cook for 5-10 minutes. Make sure that there is still a decent amount of liquid in the dish.

  7. Add the shrimp and briefly saute for 1-2 minutes. (Since they are already cooked they do not need much time).

  8. Add extra spices, if needed to season the dish.

  9. Serve warm. Garnish with your desired toppings and Enjoy!