Easy Jambalaya
(from mlaplant’s recipe box)
You can increase amounts of veggies in saute, can also add other veggies you like. I’ve added 1 cup chopped okra for a more authentic Jambalaya, it was great.
Source: Real Simple Magazine
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Easy Meals
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 16-oz package kielbasa, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
- 1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 8-oz box jambalaya, Spanish or fiesta-flavored rice mix
- 1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
Directions
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Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, celery if you’re using, saute until soft, about 10 minutes.
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Add the kielbasa. Cook until browned,
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about 4 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes and their liquid along with 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil.
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Add the rice mix (and seasoning package if that is separate). Reduce heat, cover, and cook for the time specified on the rice package.
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Add the shrimp, stir, cover, and cook until pink, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add the hot pepper sauce (if using). Enjoy!