Louisiana-Style Red Rice

Red RicePhoto byM Henderson

Red rice is a traditional Gullah recipe with roots in West Africa. Similar to jambalaya and paella, this recipe uses left-over cooked rice and is seasoned with Cajun or Creole seasoning.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon oil
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 14-oz. can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning

Directions

1. Put oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat.
2. Add sliced onions and stir fry for about 2 minutes.
3. Add sausage and brown.
4. Add green pepper, stir, and continue to fry for 1 or 2 minutes.
5. Stir in chicken broth and diced tomatoes and bring to a boil.
6. Lower heat and stir in rice.
7. Add in Cajun or Creole seasoning and stir well.
8. Cover and remove from heat.

Let sit for about 5 minutes before serving.