Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Shrimp Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion chopped; 1 large garlic clove minced; 1 large celery rib diced with tops; 1/2 cup bacon drippings; 2 tablsp minced parsley; 1/2 lb ham cut in 1/2 inch cubes; 1/2 tsp dried leaf thyme; 2 large bay leaves; 1 tsp TABASCO pepper sauce; 2 tsp salt; 1 can tomatoes ( 12 oz); `/1 cup tomato sauce; 2 cups cold water; 2 cups converted rice; 1 1/2 pounds fresh or frozen shrimp shelled and deveined

Servings: persons

1 large yellow onion chopped
1 large garlic clove minced
1 large celery rib diced with tops
1/2 cup bacon drippings
2 tablsp minced parsley
1/2 lb ham cut in 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 tsp dried leaf thyme
2 large bay leaves
1 tsp TABASCO pepper sauce
2 tsp salt
1 can tomatoes ( 12 oz)
`/1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups cold water
2 cups converted rice
1 1/2 pounds fresh or frozen shrimp shelled and deveined

1
Saute onion, garlic, green pepper and celery in bacon fat in large heavy kettle over moderate heat 12 mins until onions are golden brown
2
Add parsley, ham, thyme and bay leaves and fry stirring ofter for 5 mins
3
Add Tabasco , salt tomatoes and their juice breakingup the large clumps, tomato sauce and the water Simmer uncovered for 5 mins
4
Add rice and adjust heat so liquid simmers gently cover and cook 30 mins
5
Add shrimp toss the mixture lightly re cove and simmer 10-15 mins longer until shrimp are cooked and rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Taste for salt and Tabasco and add more to each if needed Toss lightly moound o n a deep heated paltter and serve

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large yellow onion chopped, 1 large garlic clove minced, 1 large celery rib diced with tops, 1/2 cup bacon drippings, 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.

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Shrimp Jambalaya

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Variations & substitutions

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