Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Jambalya Couscous





This recipe can be made in less than 20 minutes. It was absolutely delicious and made a lot of leftovers!!! Helpful hints: 

  1. We used spicy sausage and it gave it a great kick! 
  2. The boxes of couscous we found at our local grocery store were only 5 oz so we had to make an extra trip back to the grocery store. We also used the Mediterranean flavor, but any flavor of couscous would work well. They even sell whole-grain for a healthier version. Couscous cooks up quicker than minute rice and is light and fluffy.
  3. Cory suggested removing the tails of the shrimp, but I think it looks more authentic with the tails. Your choice!

Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon(s) canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), seeded, diced
  • 8 ounce(s) fully cooked kielbasa or andouille sausage, cut into diagonal slices
  • 2 teaspoon(s) Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • 2 can(s) (14 1/2-ounce) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 box(es) (10-ounce) plain couscous
  • 1 pound(s) cooked large shrimp, tails intact
Directions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon canola oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell pepper, sausage, and Cajun seasoning and cook about 5 minutes, until onions and peppers are softened and sausage is browned.
  2. Stir in tomatoes and their juices. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 7 minutes. Meanwhile, cook couscous according to package instructions.
  3. Add shrimp to skillet and cook about 3 minutes, until heated. Add couscous to skillet and stir to combine.


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