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Dirty rice

Dirty Rice

This Dirty Rice recipe brings a Southern tradition to life using ground beef, sausage, and optional chicken livers. The rice takes on a “dirty” appearance as Creole and Cajun seasoning simmer together. Southern classics like bell pepper, onion, and celery round out this ultra-savory recipe. Dirty Rice is a convenient family favorite for weeknight dinners, holidays, or potluck gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Cajun/Creole, Southern American
Servings 6
Calories 951 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground sausage (use ½ pound if using chicken livers or gizzards)
  • ½ lb chicken livers or gizzards (optional)
  • 4 cups white rice (cooked)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 cup yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ⅓ cup celery (diced)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
  • ⅓ cup scallions (chopped - for serving)

For the Creole Seasoning Mix

  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  •  ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat the cooking oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, ground sausage, and chicken livers (if using) to the skillet. Saute the meats together for 5-10 minutes until they are browned evenly throughout.
  • Add the onion, peppers, and celery (plus garlic) to the pan. Lower the heat to medium as the ingredients soften for 3-4 minutes. The meat will continue to brown and release juices, which means a dish full of Southern flavor.
  • Add the Cajun and Creole seasoning mix. Once the spices are fully integrated, sprinkle in the flour until it coats the ingredients.
  • Add the beef broth and bay leaves and turn up the heat to medium-high. Scrape the bottom of the pan. Once deglazed, simmer on low for 5-7 minutes.
  • Finally, add in the cooked rice, along with the parsley. Continue to simmer on medium-low heat for about 5 more minutes. Allow the Dirty Rice to cool before adding chopped scallions on top and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 951kcalCarbohydrates: 109gProtein: 37gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 1530mgPotassium: 805mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1316IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 5mg
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