Creole Jambalaya

Name: Creole Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. raw, whole, cleaned shrimp; 1 c. diced ham; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1/4 c. green pepper; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 c. chopped celery; 2 c. canned tomatoes, chopped and drained (reserve liquid); 1 c. raw rice; 3 bay leaves; 1 c. water (including tomato liquid); salt; pepper (cayenne)

Eats Now Editorial Team · 575 kcal · Seafood

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Creole Jambalaya – a delicious recipe with shrimp, ham, butter, onion, green pepper, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. raw, whole, cleaned shrimp
1 c. diced ham
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. green pepper
2 cloves garlic
1/4 c. chopped celery
2 c. canned tomatoes, chopped and drained (reserve liquid)
1 c. raw rice
3 bay leaves
1 c. water (including tomato liquid)
salt
pepper (cayenne)

1
Saute onion, green pepper, celery and garlic in melted butter. Add shrimp and ham.
2
Fry about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
4
Stir in rice.
5
Add seasoning and liquid.
6
Bring to boil.
7
Cover; simmer until rice is done, about 30 minutes. Serves 4.
8
Use soy sauce if you like.

575

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. raw, whole, cleaned shrimp, 1 c. diced ham, 2 Tbsp. butter, 1/2 c. chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Creole 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
575 kcal
Category
Seafood

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