spicy ham and red rice jambalaya

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA
Updated on Apr 10, 2012

Jambalaya originated in the Caribbean Islands. The Spanish culture mixed with the native foods and created what we know as Jambalaya. Jambalaya is traditionally made in three parts, with meats and vegetables, and is completed by adding stock and rice. We love Jambalaya, and what better way to use up the leftover holiday ham and have a new and interesting dish to serve instead of same old leftovers everyday. Hope you enjoy! Photo's are mine.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 to 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large bell pepper, chopped (i used red and green)
  • 2 teaspoons spice world minced squeezed garlic or 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 cups cooked ham, diced
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon everglades all-purpose seasoning salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 4 - drops (or more) louisianna hot sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 ounce) hunts diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/4` cups chicken broth

How To Make spicy ham and red rice jambalaya

  • Step 1
    Over a medium heat; heat EVOO in a Dutch Oven; add onions, peppers and garlic. Saute until vegetables are tender.
  • Step 2
    Add ham and rice to vegetables and stir until rice is well coated with oil.
  • Step 3
    Add all seasoning, diced tomatoes, hot sauce and chicken broth; stir to combine. Bring to a slow boil; reduce heat; simmer covered 15 to 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Turn heat off and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. NOTE: Adjust the spices to your liking!

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Category: Pork
Ingredient: Pork
Culture: Spanish
Method: Stove Top

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