Zatarain’s Dirty Rice, Jazzed up Version

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 15

Jazz up your Zatarain's Dirty Rice with this flavorful recipe

Zatarain’s Dirty Rice, Jazzed up Version

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb lean ground beef , 90/10-ish
	1 lb sausage , regular flavor , such as Jimmy dDean , Bob Evans , etc
	1 large onion , diced
	1 tablespoon garlic , chopped , from a jar
	12 ounces dirty rice mix , Zatarain 's FAMILY SIZE

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

476

Sugar

Fat

29g

Zatarain's Dirty Rice is a popular dish in New Orleans, named for the color it gets from being cooked with chicken liver or gizzards. This recipe takes the basic rice mix and adds some extra flavor with ground beef and sausage. It's a hearty, filling dish that is great for a quick dinner, and can even be reheated for leftovers the next day. Be sure to use lean beef to cut down on the overall fat content of the dish.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned.
2.	Add onion and garlic, and cook until onion is soft.
3.	Prepare dirty rice mix according to package instructions, then add to the meat mixture.
4.	Stir everything together and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes, until heated through.
5.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

The combination of beef and sausage adds a lot of flavor to the rice mix.

CONS

The high fat content in the meat may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

This dish is also relatively high in sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The protein in the beef and sausage can help with satiety and lean muscle mass.
Dirty rice mix contains a variety of spices, including paprika and garlic, which have been linked to potential health benefits like reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
However, the high sodium content in the dish may counteract some of these benefits.