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How To Make Louisiana Dirty Rice Recipe

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Description

Louisiana Dirty Rice is a traditional Cajun dish that was made with leftover meat and vegetables. The dish gets its "dirty" name from the addition of chicken livers, which give the rice a brownish color. This dish is loaded with flavor and perfect for a hearty meal.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this recipe is about 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound chicken livers, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 3 green onions, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Large bowl

Method

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the chicken livers, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, and dried thyme to the skillet. Mix well.
  4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • If you don't like chicken livers, you can use ground pork sausage instead.
  • If you don't have cooked rice on hand, you can cook it while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • If you like a spicier dish, you can add more cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields 6 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 458
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 377mg
  • Sodium: 705mg
  • Potassium: 727mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 14%
  • Vitamin C: 38%
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Iron: 40%

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to chop the onions, bell pepper, and celery into small pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Use a wooden spoon to mix the ingredients in the skillet to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy this delicious Louisiana Dirty Rice recipe!


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