Fried-Rice Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Fried-Rice Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 pound dry (cooked) chorizo sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cups long-grain rice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 pound dry (cooked) chorizo sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)

1
In a large saucepan, combine the rice, 3 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until all the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the sausage, peas, paprika, pepper, remaining salt, and cooked rice. Heat through, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the scallions, if desired. Serve hot.
3
chorizo, use kielbasa, beans, chicken breast, or any other leftover meat.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups long-grain rice, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Fried-Rice Jambalaya falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Fried-Rice Jambalaya

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