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

A spicy, sweet Cajun Jambalaya with blueberries.

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Cajun

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily recipe · August 14, 2023

A little about this dish

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.

A final fox tip

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.