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Jambalaya — traditional dish from Louisiana, United States
Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥800kcal
💪58gProtein
🌾80gCarbs
🥑30gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️450 gServing

* Per serving · 450 g. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish

Jambalaya

How to order / say it
Say it Jambalaya — [Jam-buh-lie-uh]
Order I'd like the Jambalaya, please.
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A spicy, savory rice dish with meats and vegetables, a staple of Creole cooking.

Why try it?

A dish reflecting the melting-pot culture of Florida and its roots in Creole cuisine, Jambalaya showcases the historical influences present in the region and highlights the importance of rice-based meals.

How it tastes

Bold and flavorful with a mix of spicy, smoky, and savory notes. The rice absorbs the rich broth infused with spices, while different meats add a layered texture and taste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1750

Developed in the 18th century by Creole settlers in Louisiana, Jambalaya was an attempt to make paella with locally available ingredients. Its journey to Florida brought local adaptations, integrating it into regional culinary traditions.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 200 g chicken
  • 🦐 200 g shrimp
  • 🥩 150 g smoked sausage
  • 🌾 200 g rice
  • 🥕 1 medium bell pepper
  • 🧄 1 medium onion
  • 🥕 2 stalks celery
  • 🧂 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 🥣 500 ml chicken broth

Method

  1. 1 Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery in oil.
  2. 2 Add sliced sausage, chicken pieces, and Cajun seasoning, cook until browned.
  3. 3 Stir in rice, then add broth, bring to a boil.
  4. 4 Reduce heat, cover, simmer until rice is cooked, add shrimp, cook until pink.
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