Mimi's Dirty Rice

Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Louisiana with Mimi's Dirty Rice, a bold and flavorful dish bursting with Cajun-inspired flair. This one-pan delight combines tender long-grain white rice, perfectly seasoned ground pork, and rich, earthy chicken livers, all sautéed with the "Holy Trinity" of Southern cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery. Infused with aromatic Cajun spices, smoked paprika, and garlic, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and vibrant. Topped with fresh green onions and parsley for a refreshing finish, Mimi's Dirty Rice is the ultimate comfort food, whether served as a satisfying main dish or a crowd-pleasing side. Ready in just an hour, it’s a must-try recipe for anyone craving authentic Southern flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
• 3 cups Chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 pounds Ground pork
• 0.5 pounds Chicken livers, finely chopped
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 Celery stalks, finely diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 3 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and chicken stock. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the pork with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the chopped chicken livers and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the livers with a slotted spoon and set aside with the pork.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 8

Return the cooked pork and chicken livers to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables and spices.

Step 9

Add the cooked rice to the skillet and gently fold it into the meat and vegetable mixture until well combined. Cook for an additional 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in the green onions and fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2332.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2095.3

Total Fat 96.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 1547.1mg	0%
Sodium 5027.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 175.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380.2mg	0%
Iron 34.3mg	0%
Potassium 1785.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 24.1%