Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Shrimp Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp; 2 c. cooked rice; 1 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 c. chopped onions; 1/4 c. chopped celery; 1/4 c. chopped bell pepper; 1 c. water; 1/2 c. canola oil; 1/4 tsp. cornstarch; 1/4 c. green onion tops and parsley, finely chopped; salt and black pepper to taste; cayenne pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp
2 c. cooked rice
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 tsp. sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. chopped onions
1/4 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. chopped bell pepper
1 c. water
1/2 c. canola oil
1/4 tsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. green onion tops and parsley, finely chopped
salt and black pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste

1
Cook rice separately.
2
Chop shrimp and set aside.
3
Heat oil and add onions,
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celery,
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bell
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pepper and garlic in cast-iron skillet.
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Cook,
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uncovered, over medium heat until onions are soft.
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Add tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for about 15 minutes.
10
Add
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3/4
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cup
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water.
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Season with salt and peppers. Add sugar
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and cook, uncovered, over medium heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add shrimp;
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continue cooking and stirring
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another
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20 minutes.
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Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup water and add; cook another 5 minutes.
21
Stir in cooked rice, green onion tops and parsley, mixing well.

785

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 c. cooked rice, 1 Tbsp. tomato paste, 1/2 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Shrimp 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.

Shrimp Jambalaya

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