Shrimp Pilau

This Shrimp Pilau is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings the warmth of Cajun cooking to your table. The dish combines long-grain white rice with savory andouille sausage, fresh vegetables, and succulent shrimp, all simmered in a rich, spiced tomato broth. The result is a perfectly textured pilaf where each grain of rice absorbs the deep flavors of smoked sausage and herbs like oregano and thyme. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours of prep. Serve it family-style for a cozy gathering or pair it with a simple green salad for a balanced meal. This recipe is designed to be quick, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Sautéing

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 102.3

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Shrimp Pilau is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings the warmth of Cajun cooking to your table. The dish combines long-grain white rice with savory andouille sausage, fresh vegetables, and succulent shrimp, all simmered in a rich, spiced tomato broth. The result is a perfectly textured pilaf where each grain of rice absorbs the deep flavors of smoked sausage and herbs like oregano and thyme. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours of prep. Serve it family-style for a cozy gathering or pair it with a simple green salad for a balanced meal. This recipe is designed to be quick, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

1 cans (16-oz) whole tomatoes
3/4 teaspoons Salt
1 tablespoons Vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoons Dried oregano leaves
1/2 lbs Andouille or other smoked
1/4 teaspoons Dried thyme leaves

Directions

1
Drain the canned tomatoes thoroughly, reserving the liquid in a 4-cup measuring cup.
2
Cut each drained tomato into 8 pieces; place in a strainer over the same cup to continue draining.
3
Slice the andouille sausage into 1/2-inch thick slices.
4
Cut the onion into 12 pieces and the sweet green pepper into 12 pieces.
5
In a 5-quart Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
6
Add the sausage, onion, and green pepper; sautÃÂ© until lightly browned and vegetables are tender.
7
Stir in the rice; cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is coated with oil.
8
Add enough water to the reserved tomato liquid to measure 3 cups total.
9
Pour the tomato liquid mixture into the Dutch oven with the rice and sausage.
10
Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and hot red-pepper sauce.
11
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
12
Stir in the raw shrimp and cook for another 3-5 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
13
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 102.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g13%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 7.8g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 5.2g
Protein 1.8g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, use long-grain white rice for a fluffy texture. If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the hot red-pepper sauce or add a pinch of cayenne.

You can substitute chicken sausage for the andouille if you prefer a milder flavor, though the smokiness of andouille is traditional for this dish.

If you have Cornmeal-Fried Okra, it makes an excellent side dish to serve alongside this pilau.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to refresh the rice.

Keywords: shrimp, pilau, rice, andouille, sausage, one-pot, dinner, cajun, smoky, tomato, herbs, easy, comfort food, main course, seafood

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