Description
Spicy Cajun Cabbage Jambalaya delivers southern comfort with bold Louisiana flavors and hearty ingredients. Sausage, shrimp, and tender cabbage create a one-pot meal that brings zesty Creole excitement straight to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef or sausage (or a mix of both)
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (green or red)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth (for extra moisture)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- In a spacious skillet, warm olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Introduce ground beef or sausage, breaking into crumbly pieces until deeply golden and caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate diced onions, vibrant bell peppers, and minced garlic into the meat. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, allowing vegetables to soften and release aromatic flavors.
- Gently fold chopped cabbage into the mixture, ensuring even distribution. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme across the surface.
- Pour diced tomatoes with their natural juices and chicken broth into the skillet. Stir thoroughly, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients. Cover and reduce heat to low, allowing the mixture to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Periodically stir the jambalaya to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Verify cabbage has reached a tender consistency.
- Fold in pre-cooked white rice, mixing carefully to integrate all components. Allow the dish to meld together for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Transfer to serving dishes while piping hot, ready to delight eager diners.
Notes
- Swap meats easily by using chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for different dietary preferences and protein needs.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option that keeps the dish nutritious and flavorful.
- Control spice levels by adjusting Cajun seasoning gradually, tasting as you go to find your perfect heat balance.
- Chop cabbage uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the jambalaya.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg