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Delicious Dirty Rice Recipe With French Onion Soup

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Description

Dirty rice is a classic Cajun dish that originated in Louisiana. It’s a flavorful rice dish that gets its name from the ground meat (usually pork or chicken liver) that gives it a “dirty” appearance. This recipe takes things up a notch by adding French onion soup mix to the mix. The result is a dish that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for serving as a side or main dish.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 white onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board and knife

Method

  1. Begin by cooking the rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks.
  4. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the spices are fragrant.
  5. Add the French onion soup mix to the skillet and stir to combine with the pork and vegetables.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine everything. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Stir the cooked rice into the skillet with the pork mixture, and stir to combine everything. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid from the skillet.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is easy to adapt to your tastes. You can use ground chicken or turkey instead of pork, or add in some chopped celery or green onions for extra flavor. You can also adjust the spices to your liking, adding more or less cayenne pepper depending on how spicy you like things.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 and contains approximately:
  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 24g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 1100mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure you use a skillet or Dutch oven that’s large enough to hold all the ingredients.
  • If you’re short on time, you can use instant rice instead of cooking the rice from scratch.
  • If you like your dirty rice extra spicy, add more cayenne pepper or some hot sauce to the mix.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.

Try this delicious dirty rice recipe with French onion soup mix for a flavorful and easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking equipment, you can whip up a dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table. So why not give it a try today?


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