Perlow (A Southern Rice Dish) Recipe

Name: Perlow (A Southern Rice Dish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb hog jowl bacon; 1 large onion, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 large green pepper, diced; 3 clove garlic, minced; 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp cajun seasoning; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp ground sage; 3 bay leaves; 2 1/2 cup rice; 4 3/4 cup water

Servings: persons

3/4 lb hog jowl bacon
1 large onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 large green pepper, diced
3 clove garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp ground sage
3 bay leaves
2 1/2 cup rice
4 3/4 cup water

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I usually make this with hog jowl bacon (it's how I first tasted it) - but i also use bacon, ham or sausage - they work well too.
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Actually, any meat you prefer could be used - just make sure you fry everything up with some bacon grease for the best flavor.
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Prep and trim bacon.
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Chop into large bite sized pieces.
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In a large skillet - fry bacon over high heat, stirring often, for 5 minutes.
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Add onions and celery.
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Continue cooking for 10 -15 minutes, stirring often, until bacon and onions are browned.
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Do not let burn.
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Drain grease.
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Leave a small amount in skillet.
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Add in green peppers, garlic, tomatoes and seasoning.
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Saute for 5 minutes - stirring often.
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Add in rice and water.
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Stirring often, bring to a boil.
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Cover with tight fitting lid, reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes.
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Remove skillet from heat.
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Fluff rice with fork, recover and let rice sit (off of heat) for another 15 - 20 minutes before serving.
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Serve and enjoy : )

924

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb hog jowl bacon, 1 large onion, diced, 2 celery stalks, diced, 1 large green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Perlow (A Southern Rice Dish) 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.

Perlow (A Southern Rice Dish)

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