Spicy and Flavorful Dirty Dirty Rice Recipe

This Dirty Dirty Rice recipe takes the classic Louisiana dish to the next level with double doses of bold flavors. Loaded with aromatic spices, ground beef, and sausage, this rice dish is a crowd-pleaser. The dish gets its name from the mixture of white and dark meat used in the recipe. Prepare this spicy and flavorful dish in just 45 minutes and serve it as a main course or a delightful side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup white long-grain rice
• 2 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 green onions, sliced

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine the rice and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and sausage, and cook until browned, breaking them into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
3. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir until it is well coated with the spice mixture. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Garnish the dirty dirty rice with sliced green onions before serving.
7. Serve hot as a main course or as a flavorful side dish with your favorite Louisiana-style dishes.

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