Jim's Zydeco Red Beans and Rice
Recipe by:
Jim Wenink
This is not an instant meal, but since no canned or "quickie" style meal has ever graced my table, I offer this one. It is done using traditional methods, but is well worth the time spent in preparation. You've never tasted anything like this, unless you've eaten red beans and rice along the Lafouche Bayou, in a town called LaRose, LA, that is. When all is ready, put a large scoop of rice in the bottom of a bowl, cover with red beans, butter some bread and crack your favorite beverage.
J. Paul's Trinity Catfish
The Trinity = onions, celery and bell pepper. The Trinity, as they are known, is the beginning of many a fine dish in South Louisiana. This is a nice & easy lunch; makes a good sammich!
Beer Boiled Gulf Shrimp
Large Gulf shrimp boiled in your favorite beer. I like to use a light ale (not too hoppy) rather than dark beer or pilsner. There's a little butter for a touch of flavor. This is a great way to get messy as you eat--finger food at its best!
Chicken Gumbo
Recipe by:
EGRIVNER
Here's a wonderful and easy recipe for chicken gumbo. I've combined the best of ingredients from other gumbo recipes and have come up with this version.
Chicken, Sausage, and Shrimp Gumbo
Recipe by:
Tom Heading
This recipe was given to me by my Mother who lives on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. I have to throw a party each time I make this, it needs to be shared with others! Serve over rice and garnish with parsley and green onion.
Daddy's Jambalaya
Recipe by:
Tommy Lee
A Southern dish that has been sharing the supper table for years. This rice dish will have you coming back for more. Here in the Northwest people ask me all the time "What is Jambalaya?" I reply saying it is seasoned rice with your favorite type of meat.
File' Gumbo
Recipe by:
MWILLETT
My Great-great grandmother's recipe, modified over 4 generations. I still can't believe it was FINALLY written down! The gumbo should be thin but not watery. P.S .-- I have a 3-gallon pot that I use to cook this and it is usually about 3/4 full. (Make sure you know the basics of making roux before you try this. If the roux is not dark brown, the gumbo will not have the rich taste necessary to give it that special taste). This is good for several days. It can also be frozen and reheated. Enjoy!
Bayou Chicken With Confetti Rice
Recipe by:
Chipp Collins
This is one of my favorite spicy chicken dishes. The colorful blend of a rice bed speckled with colorful peppers topped with a Cajun-seasoned chicken breast and smothered with a golden bayou sauce is not only a pleasing presentation, but very delicious. It's a four-part recipe, so see footnote for timing.
Jon's Cajun Style Beans
Recipe by:
Jon Cline from vegas
This recipe is a great Valentine's Day either side dish or meal and very easy to make, everyone loves it!
N.O.LA. Jambalya
Recipe by:
pollo loco
A wholesome, yet spicy Cajun rice dinner. Great for picnics and family get-togethers. Consider that the sausage, creole seasoning,low sodium broth, and canned tomatoes all contain sodium. so add any salt to taste. I use none. also, the Creole seasoning is to taste, i use Tony's(R). Finally, one teaspoon of cayenne makes this dish somewhat spicy, especially the next day. I usually add a little more. I love spicy food. Enjoy.
Rice Dressing
Recipe by:
LeChef
Black Rice aka Dirty Rice. This is a turkey stuffing most often used in the South in place of traditional bread dressings. The blacker the rice; the better the stuffing. The s e c r e t of black rice is the chicken livers. The darker you cook them the blacker the rice. Also you can add more livers if you want.
Shrimp & Sausage Etouffee
Recipe by:
Reagan
An old family recipe, with the addition of more current seasonings. Serve over steamed rice, with sourdough French bread slathered with roasted garlic mashed with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Good to the last bite!
Suicide Cajun Chicken
Recipe by:
ketchuptaco
This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for the person in your house who enjoy spicy food! Depending on the quality of the peppers this recipe can be VERY spicy! If you would like to add a bit of flavor feel free to add a splash (1 teaspoon) of your favorite barbeque sauce!! Serve and enjoy! Better yet, serve, neglect to tell guests about the overwhelming spice, and then laugh while they eat it!
Vegan New Orleans Red Beans with Spiced Basmati Rice
Recipe by:
cmac147
This is my vegan rendition of an old New Orleans classic, I was told these beans and rice were the real thing by four representatives of an old Creole community in New Orleans. Try for yourself.
Cajun Seasoning
A killer Cajun/Creole seasoning that goes well on steak, chicken, fish, veggies, you name it... Best when cooked over white hot coals outside, as this mixture can generate a lot of smoke.