A vibrant display of reddish-brown Jambalaya glistening under the light, studded with juicy cooked shrimp and spotted with spicy sausage slices. Deep blue blueberries scattered throughout the dish give a delightful contrast. Finished off with fresh parsley sprinkled on top providing a burst of verdant hue. Ideal for an Instagram splash!

Blueberry Blast Jambalaya

Name: Blueberry Blast Jambalaya
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: Fresh mature blueberries, 1 cup; Cajun-style Andouille sausages, 4 sliced; Chicken breast, 200 grams diced; Shrimp, 200 grams peeled and deveined; White long grain rice, 2 cups washed and drained; Onion, 1 finely chopped; Bell peppers, 2 diced; Garlic, 2 cloves finely minced; Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon; Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon; Canned diced tomatoes, 400 grams; Chicken stock, 4 cups; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Parsley, for garnishing

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Cajun

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: August 14, 2023

This unique dish blends the powerful flavors of Cajun cuisine with the sweet-tartness of ripe blueberries. It's an improvisation on traditional Jambalaya, reinvented as a refreshing warm-weather main meal. The blueberries add a pop of color, contrasting beautifully with the spicy Cajun seasoning and succulent sausage, shrimp and chicken.

Ingredients (for 4)

Fresh mature blueberries - 1 cup
Cajun-style andouille sausages - 4 - sliced
Chicken breast - 200 grams - diced
Shrimp - 200 grams - peeled and deveined
White long grain rice - 2 cups - washed and drained
Onion - 1 - finely chopped
Bell peppers - 2 - diced
Garlic - 2 cloves - finely minced
Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
Chicken stock - 4 cups
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
Parsley - - for garnishing

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍳🥩🔥

In a large heavy skillet or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and chicken to the pan, saute until browned, then set aside.
Step 2 - 🧅🫑🔪

In the same pan, add the onions, peppers, and garlic. Saute until softened.
Step 3 - 🍚🥄🔥

Stir in the Cajun seasoning and rice. Cook until the rice is lightly toasted.
Step 4 - 🍅🍲🔥

Add the Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil.
Step 5 - 🔥⏲️🍚

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked.
Step 6 - 🍤🍗🔥

Add the cooked sausage, chicken, and raw shrimp to the pan. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes, until the shrimp are cooked.
Step 7 - 🫐🧂🌿

Stir in the fresh blueberries. Test for seasoning, then add salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Additional

This dish carries the spirit of Louisiana Cajun cuisine with a unique twist. The blueberries not only balance the spiciness, but also create a delightful texture. For a different take, try using a different type of berries or even a mix of them! If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the meats with firm tofu or mushrooms.