Chinese Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Chinese Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package zatarain's jambalaya mix; 2 1/2 cups water; 1 lb crab, cut into bite sized pieces; 1/2 cup celery, diced; 1/4 cup bamboo shoot; 1/4 cup water chestnut, sliced; 1/2 cup bean sprouts; 1/2 cup snow peas; 1/4 cup white onion, diced; 1/3 cup carrot, shredded; 1 cup cabbage, shredded; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons oil; 4 -6 tomatoes, depending on size and preference; 1/4 cup pecans or 1/4 cup peanuts, for a crunchier version (I prefer cashews) (optional); other meat (beef, chicken, duck, game, pork or other types of seafood can be substituted in the recipe) (optional)

Servings: persons

1 package zatarain's jambalaya mix
2 1/2 cups water
1 lb crab, cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup bamboo shoot
1/4 cup water chestnut, sliced
1/2 cup bean sprouts
1/2 cup snow peas
1/4 cup white onion, diced
1/3 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons oil
4 -6 tomatoes, depending on size and preference
1/4 cup pecans or 1/4 cup peanuts, for a crunchier version (I prefer cashews) (optional)
other meat (beef, chicken, duck, game, pork or other types of seafood can be substituted in the recipe) (optional)

1
Cook Zatarain's Jambalaya Mix according to package instructions, omitting the meat.
2
Reserve.
3
Heat oil in a wok.
4
Add crab and cook until done.
5
Add all the vegetables and lightly stir fry leaving vegetables crisp.
6
Add the tomatoes.
7
Do not overcook.
8
Add soy sauce, pepper, and pecans and mix well.
9
Add cooked Jambalaya, stir to mix well and cook until rice is hot.
10
Can be served as an entree or side dish.

218

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package zatarain's jambalaya mix, 2 1/2 cups water, 1 lb crab, cut into bite sized pieces, 1/2 cup celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Chinese Jambalaya falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese Jambalaya

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