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Cajun Seafood Fried Rice Captain's Boil Recipe

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Cajun Seafood Boil A Delicious Cajun Meal!
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Description

This cajun seafood fried rice recipe is a mouth-watering dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the spice of creole seasoning. The recipe is easy to prepare and makes for a perfect one-pot meal that can be enjoyed with friends and family.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30-40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of shrimp
  • 1 pound of crab legs
  • 1 pound of clams
  • 1 pound of mussels
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of creole seasoning
  • 4 cups of cooked rice
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Start by preparing the seafood. Peel and devein the shrimp, clean the crab legs, and rinse the clams and mussels.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, bring water to a boil and add the seafood. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and the clams and mussels have opened. Drain the seafood and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Add the creole seasoning and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and seasoning.
  6. Add the soy sauce and stir to combine.
  7. Add the cooked seafood to the skillet and stir to combine with the rice and vegetables.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • If you can't find crab legs, you can substitute them with more shrimp or other seafood of your choice.
  • Make sure to clean the clams and mussels thoroughly before cooking.
  • You can adjust the amount of creole seasoning to your taste.
  • If you don't have cooked rice on hand, you can cook it while preparing the other ingredients.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • You can make this recipe spicier by adding more creole seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Make sure to use a large skillet or wok to accommodate all the ingredients.
  • You can serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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