Cajun Shrimp Bowl with Dirty Rice & Okra
Ingredients:
For the Dirty Rice:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 pound ground chicken or turkey (can substitute with andouille sausage for a spicier kick)
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
For the Okra:
1 pound fresh okra, trimmed and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
For the Shrimp:
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
Cooked white rice (optional, for extra rice)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dirty Rice: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add ground chicken or turkey (or andouille sausage) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
2. Stir in rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley (if using) before serving.
3. Prepare the Okra: While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add okra, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until okra is tender-crisp, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide dirty rice among bowls. Top with cooked shrimp and okra. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and serve immediately. You can also serve with extra cooked white rice if desired.