Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (360g) jasmine rice
- 1 pound (450g) ground pork
- 1 pound (450g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped (100g)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (100g)
- 1 onion, chopped (150g)
- 2 celery stalks, chopped (100g)
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (285g)
- 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15g) Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Brown ground pork and smoked sausage until cooked through.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes.
- Add chicken broth, water, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in rice and reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 640mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Rich and satisfying
- Vegetarian-friendly
User Comments:
- "Absolutely divine! The combination of flavors and textures is out of this world."
- "This dish is a culinary masterpiece. It's so easy to make and tastes like it came from a gourmet restaurant."
- "I love that it's a one-pot meal. It's so convenient and cleanup is a breeze."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can use a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Serve with a side of cornbread or a fresh green salad.
- Leftover dirty rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat it over medium heat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
