Description
Spicy Cajun cabbage jambalaya brings Louisiana’s soulful culinary magic straight to your kitchen. Bold flavors and hearty ingredients combine in this one-pot wonder that delivers comfort and excitement you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) smoked turkey sausage (or chicken sausage, sliced)
Vegetables:
- 1 head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) celery, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Liquid and Spices:
- 1 can (14 ounces/414 milliliters) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) water
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) uncooked brown basmati rice
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more for heat)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Render the turkey sausage in a spacious pot, browning it to develop rich flavor profiles. Introduce a touch of oil if using alternative sausage varieties to prevent adhesion.
- Incorporate aromatic onions and garlic, sautéing until they release their fragrant essence and become translucent.
- Introduce colorful bell peppers and crisp celery, allowing them to soften and meld with the existing ingredients.
- Layer shredded cabbage into the mixture, creating a robust vegetable foundation for the jambalaya.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with their vibrant juices, complemented by chicken broth and water to create a luxurious cooking liquid.
- Sprinkle uncooked rice throughout the pot, ensuring even distribution of grains.
- Elevate the dish’s character by generously adding Cajun spices – chili powder, salt, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and black pepper – creating a complex flavor profile.
- Escalate the heat until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot, allowing the jambalaya to slowly transform for 40-50 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent rice from sticking.
- Once rice reaches perfect tenderness, remove from heat and let the dish rest briefly.
- Delicately fluff the jambalaya with a fork, releasing steam and redistributing the seasonings.
- Serve immediately, presenting a steaming plate of spicy, hearty Cajun comfort.
Notes
- Swap sausage with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that keeps the protein and flavor intact.
- Dial down cayenne pepper if you’re sensitive to spice, gradually building heat to personal preference.
- Use brown rice for added fiber and nutrients, though cooking time might increase slightly.
- Prep vegetables beforehand to streamline cooking process and reduce overall kitchen time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg