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How to make Slow Cooker Jambalaya (Low Carb / Paleo / Primal)

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Jambalaya

Cultural Context

Jambalaya is a classic dish from Louisiana, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage influenced by Spanish, French, and African cuisines. Traditionally, it is a one-pot meal that combines rice with various meats and vegetables, making it a hearty and flavorful dish. It is often served at gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the communal spirit of Southern cooking.

CreoleUSLouisianamain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups cooked chorizo sausage
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped onion
28 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
2 cloves minced garlic
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups raw cauliflower rice
raw shrimp or prawns

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while beans are economical.

1

Add 2 cups of chopped cooked chorizo sausage to the slow cooker.

2

Add 1 cup of chopped celery, 1 cup of chopped green bell pepper, and 1 cup of chopped onion to the slow cooker.

3

Pour in a 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes with juice.

4

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 2 teaspoons of hot sauce.

5

Stir in 1 tablespoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

6

Mix all ingredients together in the slow cooker.

7

Set the slow cooker on low for 4 to 6 hours.

8

After 4 to 6 hours, add 2 cups of raw cauliflower rice and thawed raw shrimp or prawns.

9

Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes until the shrimp and cauliflower are cooked.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carbpaleo

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Creole JambalayaLouisiana Jambalaya

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