Southern Style Dirty Rice

Southern Style Dirty Rice

from krystelscooking.com
30 min
6 servings

Southern Style Dirty Rice is a savory mix of seasoned rice, ground meat, and veggies, delivering bold Cajun flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork sausage
  • 4-5 cups cooked rice (prepared with chicken broth)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup red bell pepper (diced)
  • ¾ cup yellow onion (diced)
  • ¼ cup celery (diced)
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon bacon grease or cooking oil
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat bacon grease or cooking oil. Add the ground beef and sausage, and begin browning them.

  2. 2

    As the meat starts to brown, add the diced bell pepper, onion, and celery.

  3. 3

    Once the meat is fully browned, mix in the herbs and spices, leaving out the parsley. Stir thoroughly, then add the flour, making sure it evenly coats the meat.

  4. 4

    Pour in the broth and add the bay leaves. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits stuck to the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 5-8 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in the rice and parsley, allowing it to simmer for another 5 minutes. Serve hot.