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Louisiana Dirty Rice

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 1 pound ground beef or pork
  • - 1/2 pound pork sausage
  • - 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • - 2 cups chicken broth
  • - 1 onion diced
  • - 1 bell pepper diced
  • - 2 stalks celery diced
  • - 1 cup chicken liver optional
  • - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - Green onions and parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or pork and pork sausage until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet, sautéing until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • If using, stir in the chicken liver and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, stirring to combine.
  • Add the rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it with the meat and vegetable mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the rice cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork, adjusting seasonings with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and parsley.
  • When cooking Louisiana Dirty Rice, it's important to use fresh ingredients to enhance the dish's flavor and texture. True dirty rice must contain organ meats, which are traditionally used in the dish and contribute to its unique taste. Avoid overcooking the rice and meat; they should be just done to maintain their quality.
  • Allowing the dish to rest off the heat after cooking helps the flavors meld together beautifully. Don't hesitate to taste and adjust seasonings throughout the cooking process to guarantee the best possible flavor!