Shrimp Dirty Rice

Ingredients:
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 lb ground sausage
– 10-12 shrimp , peeled and deveined

– 4 cups cooked rice

– 2 cups chicken broth

– 1.5 cups mixed onions and bell peppers, chopped

– 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
– 1 tsp seafood seasoning

– 1/4 cup flour
– 1 tbsp oregano

– 3 tsp minced garlic

– 1 tsp thyme

– 1 tbsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1 tsp chili powder

– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– Salt, to taste

– Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

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Instructions:

Season & Cook the Shrimp:
– Season the shrimp with seafood seasoning.
– Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
– Remove from the skillet and set aside.

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Brown the Meat:
– In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil .
– Brown the ground beef and sausage together over medium heat.
– Add the chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic.
– Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

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Add Seasonings & Flour:
– Stir in the oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
– Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to incorporate.

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Simmer with Broth:
– Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
– Cook for 5-7 minutes , allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.

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Combine with Rice:
– Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring everything together.
– Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes , allowing the rice to soak up the flavors.

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