The plate radiates with warm tones of the seasoned rice mingling with deeply colored, charred Portobello mushrooms. Dotted with green bits of celery and red and yellow bell peppers, the Cajun spiced Jambalaya is a plethora of colors and textures that's a treat to the eyes.

Cajun Spiced Portobello Jambalaya

Name: Cajun Spiced Portobello Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Portobello Mushrooms, 4 large ones Gills removed and sliced; Long grain rice, 1 cup Uncooked; Onions, 1 large Diced; Red Bell Pepper, 1 large Diced; Yellow Bell Pepper, 1 large Diced; Celery, 2 stalks Diced; Grape tomatoes, 1 cup Halved; Garlic, 3 cloves Minced; Vegetable broth, 2 cups; Smoked Paprika, 2 tsp; Cayenne Pepper, 1/4 tsp; Dried Thyme, 1/2 tsp; Olive oil, 2 tbsp; Salt and Pepper, To taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 45 minutes

Style American

Technique Sauté

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: December 15, 2024

Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine, this dish offers a vegetarian twist on a classic. Key ingredients like bell peppers, celery, onions, and a hit of smoked paprika deliver the quintessential 'holy trinity' base of Cajun. Main star of our dish, Portobello mushrooms are packed with flavor and serve as meaty substitutes, making this dish a hearty and satisfying meal on any cold day.

Ingredients (for 4)

Portobello mushrooms - 4 large ones - Gills removed and sliced
Long grain rice - 1 cup - Uncooked
Onions - 1 large - Diced
Red bell pepper - 1 large - Diced
Yellow bell pepper - 1 large - Diced
Celery - 2 stalks - Diced
Grape tomatoes - 1 cup - Halved
Garlic - 3 cloves - Minced
Vegetable broth - 2 cups
Smoked paprika - 2 tsp
Cayenne pepper - 1/4 tsp
Dried thyme - 1/2 tsp
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Salt and pepper - To taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍄🥘🔥

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pan or dutch oven. Add the Portobello mushroom slices and sauté until browned and tender. Remove from pan and set aside.
Step 2 - 🧅🫑🥘

To the same pan, add another tbsp of olive oil. Add onions, bell peppers, celery, and sauté till onions are translucent and the veggies are tender.
Step 3 - 🧄🌶️🌿

Add garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and dried thyme to the pan and continue to sauté for a minute until the spices are well blended.
Step 4 - 🍚🥣🔥

Add rice, stir to combine everything. Make sure the rice is coated with the spices. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring this to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, until the rice is cooked.
Step 5 - 🍄🍅🔝

Add the sautéed mushrooms and halved tomatoes, stir well. Cover and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 6 - 🧂🌱😋

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

Additional

Substitute traditional Cajun Andouille sausages with smoked tofu for an additional protein boost. To make this vegan, make sure to use a vegan broth. Kids can help with preparing the vegetables, which includes washing, drying, and safer cutting tasks.