Dirty Rice Recipe: Savory and Spicy
Classic Cajun Dirty Rice with savory, spicy flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ lb ground pork or beef
- ½ lb chicken livers finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Optional: Green onions parsley
- Suggested Pairings: Cornbread iced tea
Instructions
- Cook rice in chicken broth for 15–20 min; set aside.
- Heat oil; cook meat and livers (if using) for 5–7 min.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; cook 5 min.
- Stir in seasonings; cook 1 min. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Add rice; stir and cook 2–3 min.
- Stir in green onions. Serve in a white ceramic bowl with parsley, cornbread, and tea.
Notes
- Omit livers for a milder flavor.
- Store in fridge for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try a vegetarian or spicy variation.
- Pair with hot sauce.