Spicy Cajun Shrimp, Sausage, and Cabbage Stir-Fry over Rice

Spicy Cajun Shrimp, Sausage, and Cabbage Stir-Fry over Rice

A bold, flavorful stir-fry loaded with Cajun-seasoned shrimp, smoky sausage, tender cabbage, and crisp vegetables, all served hot over fluffy white rice for a hearty weeknight dinner.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Cajun, Southern

Keyword: cajun shrimp, shrimp and sausage, shrimp stir-fry, spicy cabbage stir-fry

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 420kcal

Author: [email protected]

Cost: 14

Equipment

large skillet or wok
knife and cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
spatula or wooden spoon
pot for cooking rice

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chicken broth or water
cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add remaining oil, onions, carrots, and bell peppers. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
Add cabbage and cook, stirring frequently, for another 5–7 minutes.
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, cover, and let simmer for 5–7 minutes until cabbage is tender.
Add shrimp and cooked sausage back to the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
Serve hot over a bed of white rice.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing Cajun seasoning. For a lighter version, use turkey sausage and serve over cauliflower rice. Swap red bell pepper for green or yellow, or add zucchini for more veggies.

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