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Dirty Rice Stuffing Recipe

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Dirty Rice (Cajun Rice Recipe) + Video Kevin is Cooking
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Description

Dirty rice stuffing is a classic dish that originates from Louisiana. It is a savory and spicy dish that combines rice with ground meat, vegetables, and seasonings. The dish gets its name from the fact that the rice takes on a "dirty" appearance due to the mixture of spices and meat.

Prep Time

The prep time for dirty rice stuffing is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for dirty rice stuffing is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and pork over medium-high heat until cooked through.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, and thyme and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked rice and chopped parsley.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  7. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  8. Once the mixture has cooled slightly, spoon it into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Bake the dirty rice stuffing for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned on top.
  10. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Dirty rice stuffing can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking. You can also freeze the dish for up to 3 months before baking.

Nutrition Info

One serving of dirty rice stuffing (1/6th of the recipe) contains approximately 350 calories, 20g of fat, 24g of carbohydrates, and 17g of protein.

Recipe Tips

  • If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture.
  • You can use any type of ground meat in this recipe, such as chicken or turkey.
  • If you don't have cooked rice on hand, you can cook it according to the package instructions before adding it to the skillet.
  • Make sure to let the dirty rice stuffing cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burning your mouth.

Enjoy this delicious and flavorful dirty rice stuffing recipe as a side dish or main course. It's perfect for a family dinner or a potluck gathering.


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