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Spicy Shrimp and Sausage Rice


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: none

Description

A delicious one-pot meal featuring spicy shrimp, andouille sausage, and rice, perfect for any weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1216 ounces chicken andouille sausage, sliced into ½ inch thick rounds (or vegan sausage!)
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 ribs celery, sliced
  • 1 red (or green) bell pepper, large dice
  • 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (or sub one small can green chilies)
  • 46 cloves garlic, rough chopped
  • 14-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cups of chicken broth (or shellfish broth)
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (basmati or jasmine)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dry thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons regular paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (if using chicken broth)
  • 816 ounces large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, if frozen see notes)
  • Optional additions: 1 cup fresh or frozen peas, 1 cup asparagus, 2 cups roasted veggies, or 1 can cooked chickpeas.
  • Garnish: scallions, parsley, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In an Instant Pot, using the saute function, heat oil, add sausage, and sauté for about 5 minutes or until browned.
  2. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic and jalapeño, and cook, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes or until fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes and their juices, broth, thyme, oregano, bay leaves, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne and fish sauce.
  4. Bring to a simmer and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add the rice, give a good stir and set Instant Pot to HIGH pressure for 5 minutes.
  6. Let naturally release for 5 minutes, then manually release, covering steam spout with a kitchen towel.
  7. Stir in thawed shrimp and let this cook on “warm” setting for 5-7 minutes, adding peas and asparagus at the same time.
  8. When shrimp is done, taste for salt and spice level, adding more to taste.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onion and chopped parsley.
  10. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium heat.
  11. Add sausage, and brown each side until golden, about 5 minutes. Set the sausage aside.
  12. To the same pan, add the onion and sauté until fragrant and golden.
  13. Add celery, bell pepper, garlic and jalapeño, lowering heat to medium, and cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes or until tender.
  14. Return the browned sausage to the pan.
  15. Add rice, and stir about 3 minutes until lightly toasted.
  16. Add tomatoes and their juices, broth, thyme, bay leaves, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne and fish sauce.
  17. Scrape up any browned bits. Bring to a boil. Scrape up again. Reduce heat to low.
  18. Cover and cook for 20-45 minutes or until rice is tender.
  19. While the rice is cooking, season the shrimp with a little salt, pepper and smoked paprika, and give a quick sear.
  20. Once the rice is tender, nestle in the shrimp, asparagus and peas, cover and cook for 5-10 more minutes, until shrimp is cooked all the way through.
  21. Garnish with green onion, parsley and or hot sauce.

Notes

  • Chicken broth can be substituted with shellfish broth for additional flavor.
  • If using frozen shrimp, ensure that they are thawed before adding to the dish.
  • Cooking time for rice may vary based on the type.
  • Optional ingredients can be adjusted based on personal preference.
  • Keep a close eye on the adjusting seasoning according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Instant Pot, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg