Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground chicken sausage (or andouille sausage): 1 pound (454g)
- Shrimp: 1 pound (fresh, peeled and deveined)
- Rice (such as long-grain white rice): 2 cups (450g)
- Creamed corn: 1 cup (235ml)
- Diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow): 1 cup
- Celery: 1/2 cup, diced
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Cajun seasoning mix: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Butter or olive oil: 2 tablespoons for cooking
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil for cooking rice.
- In a separate pan, heat butter or olive oil and add diced onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic. Sauté until slightly softened.
- Add ground chicken sausage and cook until heated through, breaking up any large pieces.
- Add shrimp and continue to cook until shrimp turns pink. Season with Cajun seasoning mix, salt, and pepper.
- Add creamed corn and stir well to combine.
- When the rice is cooked, drain and add it to the sausage and shrimp mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used)
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 25g
(Note: This is a rough estimate; exact nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A Louisiana-style dish that combines the flavors of Cajun seasoning with traditional pasta and seafood.
- Full of rich, seafood flavors with a slightly spicy kick from the Cajun seasoning.
- Great for a family meal or a gathering with friends.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit at my family gathering! The combination of flavors was outstanding."
- "I made this for my first attempt at cooking seafood and it was a success! The dish was full of flavor."
- "The Cajun seasoning gave this dish a unique and delicious flavor profile."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh seafood and cook the shrimp until it turns pink to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference, adding more Cajun seasoning or salt if desired.
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients such as fresh seafood and good-quality rice.
