Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
7
servings
0.67 cup

Vegetable Oil

2 unit

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Green Bell Pepper

chopped

3 unit

Celery Stalks

chopped

5 unit

Garlic

minced

1 lb

Ham

cut into bite size pieces

1.5 lb

Smoked Sausage

sliced

1 lb

Shrimp

2 cup

Long Grain White Rice

2 unit

Tomatoes

chopped

3 cup

Beef Stock

0.5 tsp

Fresh Black Pepper

0.25 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

1 tsp

Salt

to Taste

12 unit

Green Onions

chopped

0.5 cup

Parsley

minced

Step 1
~7 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy pot.

Step 2
~7 min

Add chopped onions, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the pot.

Step 3
~7 min

Cook the vegetables for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4
~7 min

Add bite-sized ham and sliced smoked sausage to the pot.

Step 5
~7 min

Cook the ham and sausage until the sausage is lightly browned, approximately 8 minutes.

Step 6
~7 min

Add long grain white rice to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 7
~7 min

Add chopped tomatoes, beef broth, fresh black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste.

Step 8
~7 min

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is reduced, approximately 45 minutes.

Step 9
~7 min

Add shrimp to the pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the shrimp is cooked through.

Step 10
~7 min

Stir in chopped green onions and minced parsley.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve the jambalaya hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spice level.

Use a good quality smoked sausage for best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

A staple of Creole and Cajun cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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