Daria Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 Does anyone have a recipe for homemade jambalaya rice that's easy, and made with whole grains and less salt? Something I can use as a base, and add various vegetables and proteins to make a complete meal? Jambalaya is my son's favorite dinner, but I'm hoping to move away from the salty processed box stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UncleEJ Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I really like this recipe. I think you adapt it to fit your needs. http://ourbestbites.com/2009/06/jambalaya/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/homemade-jambalaya I make more or less this recipe with brown rice, except I do only part kielbasa and part andouille. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daria Posted April 9, 2015 Author Share Posted April 9, 2015 Thanks dammin and Tanaqui, Those are the the kinds of recipes I want, things that give me a sense of the seasonings and processes, that I can modify to suit my family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I have a recipe but not handy. If you pm me, I can send it to you in the next day or so. I think it's from the Betty Crocker cookbook but we've modified it for our family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I like this one. I've made it with brown rice (add a little more liquid and cook a little longer) and swapped out meats. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/jambalaya-with-shrimp-and-ham-recipe.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitofthewomb Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I love homemade jambalaya. Yummmm! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 We had this the other night (fixed on stove though) and it was wonderful. http://www.theveggiegirl.com/2014/03/04/vegan-crockpot-jambalaya/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Be sure to start with the Cajun "trinity" - onion, celery and green bell pepper. Sauté with a bit of butter until wilted, stir in your Tony's and that's a base of Cajun flavor. You can use oil instead of butter, or half oil half butter; there's just something about the butter that makes it taste more authentic. To cut down unhealthy fat in a traditional recipe, use less sausage. You can easily use less sausage if you use a flavorful one (andouille - aidel's brand is in Walmart so perhaps it's widespread and available in your area). I've made jambalaya with just a bit of tasso instead of sausage (http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tasso_ham) but it can be hard to find. A small amount adds a LOT of flavor, so you can cut the pork that way. Add lean chicken meat and/or shrimp instead. Sometimes a dash of liquid crab boil will add flavor without calories (I like a little splash in my pot of red beans). You can substitute brown rice for the white, it will taste okay but it takes a good bit longer to cook. I have used instant brown rice with success. There are many variations on jambalaya - enjoy experimenting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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