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Cajun Sausage and Rice

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Cajun sausage and rice – smoky sausage, rice, and cajun seasoning all cooked together in one pot. A quick and easy dutch oven recipe for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Dish:
  • 1 lb kielbasa or andouille sausage sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp annatto oil recipe here
  • 2 bell peppers finely diced
  • 2 small onions finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp salt adjust if Cajun seasoning has salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For Serving:
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Hot sauce

Equipment

  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Sharp Knife
  • 1 Large Dutch oven with lid
  • 1 Wooden Spoon
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Slice and Rinse – Slice the sausage into ¼-inch rounds. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
  2. Sear the Sausage – Heat annatto oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables – Add onions and bell peppers to the Dutch oven. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add Garlic and Tomato Paste – Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  5. Add the Seasoning – Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Toast the Rice – Add rinsed rice and stir to coat. Let cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add Broth and Simmer – Pour in broth, stir, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Return Sausage and Finish Cooking – Add the sausage back to the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
  9. Garnish and Serve – Top with parsley and serve with hot sauce.

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