Cajun Rice Salad Food

CAJUN RICE SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND OKRA

Steps:

• For the Cajun seasoning: Combine the garlic powder, oregano, paprika, allspice, if using, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
• For the salad: Combine 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning with the rice and cook according to the rice package directions. Set aside in a bowl.
• Meanwhile, in a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the shrimp, lemon juice, oil and 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; cover the bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a 1-inch opening for a vent. Microwave at 80-percent power, stirring once per minute, until the shrimp are opaque, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and the cooking liquid to the rice. (Save the remainder of the Cajun seasoning for another use.)
• In a small saucepan, bring the okra and 1/2 cup water to a boil; cook until crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Add to the shrimp and rice.
• Stir the bell pepper and parsley into the rice salad and serve at room temperature.

CAJUN RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Cook rice according to packet instructions. Cool the rice.
• Combine the cooked rice, peppers, chilli, red onion and celery in a salad bowl.
• Toss thoroughly with sufficient vinaigrette to moisten, and season to taste with the optional Tabasco.
• Sprinkle with the chopped spring onions and parsley before serving.

CAJUN RICE DISH

Steps:

• In a roasting pan, combine broth and rice; mix well. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add to rice. Stir in the vegetables, salt and Cajun seasoning. , Cover and bake 30 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

CAJUN RED BEANS AND RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 1 1/2 cups water to boil in small saucepan. Stir in rice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 thyme sprig; return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
• Transfer rice to large bowl; remove thyme sprig. Cool 5 minutes.
• Stir beans, bell pepper, and green onions into rice. Add oil, vinegar, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tablespoon chopped thyme; mix well. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with remaining thyme sprig and serve.

JAMBALAYA RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare rice according to package directions; cool. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add ham and onion; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add next 6 ingredients; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar., Combine rice, ham mixture, shrimp, celery and peppers. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. Add tomatoes; toss to combine. Sprinkle with green onions.

CAJUN WILD RICE

Steps:

• In a saucepan, combine the wild rice, chicken broth, water, sausage, onion, mushrooms and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat, and stir in the cream of mushroom soup. It's that easy!