Creole Red Jambalaya with Okra and Tomatoes

A flavorful and spicy Creole jambalaya featuring okra, tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of seasonings. Perfectly tender rice and a touch of heat make this dish a must-try for jambalaya lovers.

Creole Red Jambalaya with Okra and Tomatoes

A flavorful and spicy Creole jambalaya featuring okra, tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of seasonings. Perfectly tender rice and a touch of heat make this dish a must-try for jambalaya lovers.
Couverts8
Preparation 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large-size stockpot or Dutch oven
  • spoon
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons 28 g nondairy butter
  • 4 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper cored, seeded, and diced
  • 2 cups 320 g diced yellow onion
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 pound 455 g frozen sliced okra
  • 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g diced tomatoes, with their juices
  • 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g tomato sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • 2 cups 470 ml vegetable broth
  • 2 cups 270 g uncooked long grain white rice

Instructions

  • In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the celery, bell pepper, onion, and Old Bay seasoning.
  • Cook until fragrant, translucent, and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the okra, diced tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, cayenne pepper, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and bay leaves.
  • Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the vegetable broth and rice.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 to 30 minutes or until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaves before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair with a light and fruity red wine, like a Pinot Noir, to balance the spice and complement the tomato-based flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 39 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g
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Cuisine; United States
Diets; Gluten-Free / Low Fat / Soy Free