Jiffy Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Jiffy Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium size onion, chopped; 1 sweet green pepper, chopped; 1 Tbsp. butter; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 Tbsp. flour; 1 can (16 oz.) whole tomatoes; 1 c. tomato juice; 1/2 c. bottled clam juice; 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 tsp. crumbled thyme; 1/8 tsp. liquid red pepper; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 c. diced cooked ham; 3 c. cooked white rice; 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined

Servings: persons

1 medium size onion, chopped
1 sweet green pepper, chopped
1 Tbsp. butter
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. flour
1 can (16 oz.) whole tomatoes
1 c. tomato juice
1/2 c. bottled clam juice
1 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp. crumbled thyme
1/8 tsp. liquid red pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. diced cooked ham
3 c. cooked white rice
1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined

1
Saute onion and green pepper in butter in Dutch oven until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
3
Add flour; cook, stirring, 1 minute.
4
Pour in tomatoes, tomato juice, clam juice, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, red pepper seasoning, salt and pepper.
5
Bring to boiling.
6
Lower heat to simmer.
7
Add ham and rice.
8
Cook, covered, 15 minutes.
9
Add shrimp; cook, covered, 5 minutes longer or until shrimp are cooked through.

1045

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium size onion, chopped, 1 sweet green pepper, chopped, 1 Tbsp. butter, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Jiffy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jiffy Jambalaya

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