New Orleans Style Pork & Sausage Jambalaya

A flavorful and hearty dish that originated in Louisiana, particularly in Creole and Cajun cuisines, pork and sausage jambalaya is a Louisiana specialty. 

Jambalaya comprises meat, vegetables, and rice in a one-pot dish that is seasoned with spices. Sausage and pork are common protein sources in this dish, giving it a rich and savory taste.

Before frying, the fish should be soaked in buttermilk for 30 minutes to an hour.  

In some old recipes, plain milk is called for, but buttermilk's acid does the trick rather than plain milk.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 pounds Boston butt pork roast, cut up in bite-size cubes
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced in 1/2" rounds (beef, pork, or chicken)
• 2 cups water
• 1  1/2 cups chopped onion, 1 large onion
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1 medium bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped celery, 2 tall celery ribs
• 2 cups raw white rice
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, like Tony Chacheries
• 1/3 cup sliced green onion tails, about 4

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large dutch oven or heavy pot over medium to medium-high heat.

2. Add the pork and sausage to the oil and brown the meat for 20 minutes, stirring often.

3. Pour 2 cups of water into the pot and let simmer for 20 minutes, uncovered and stirring often until the water is gone and the meat is tender and browned some more.

4. Stir into the pot the onions, bell pepper, and celery with the meat and cook for 10 minutes until vegetables have softened, stirring often.

5. Add the rice, broth, water, and seasonings, stirring to combine, and bring them to a boil. 

6. Lower the heat, cover the pot, and slowly simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked. 

Sprinkle with green onions and serve.

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Note: Keep a close eye on the rice to make sure it's not scorching; you may need to reduce the heat and add a little water at a time, so the jambalaya doesn't become soupy.

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