Zatarain's Dirty Rice Mix

Zatarain’s® Jambalaya Mix captures the energy and flavor of Louisiana:
• Zatarain’s Jambalaya Mix features a premium blend of long grain rice, dehydrated vegetables and high-quality spices for unmatched, distinctive flavor.
• Zatarain’s Jambalaya Mix delivers the bold, authentic flavors without the added labor of preparing from scratch.
• Zatarain’s Jambalaya Mix is kosher.
• As the nation’s leading provider of New Orleans-style foods, Zatarain’s has been the authority on New Orleans flavor since 1889.
• There are 8/40 oz. boxes per case. Each box features a superior barrier material and is designed to enhance back-of-house efficiencies, with one pouch yielding one full 2″ hotel pan.
• Zatarain’s Jambalaya Mix is perfect as a stand-alone side or can be turned into an exceptional signature Cajun entrée by adding sausage, chicken or seafood.
• Whether preparing Zatarain’s Jambalaya Mix on a cooktop or in an oven, serving the spirit of Louisiana is easy in 40 minutes or less.

Menu Suggestions:
Zatarain's® Jambalaya Mix is delicious on its own or with:
• Sliced smoked sausage
• Fresh vegetables
• Shrimp and crayfish
• Diced tomatoes and andouille sausage
• A combination of chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage

Prep Instructions:
Bring the heritage and energy of New Orleans to your tables with easy-to-prepare Zatarain's® Jambalaya Mix. Follow these kitchen-simple steps:

Stove Top
1. Pre-cook 1 ¾ lbs. of chicken meat and cut into serving pieces.
2. To a large pot, add 11 ½ cups of water, ¼ cup vegetable oil (optional), pre-cooked chicken. 1 ¼ lbs. smoked sausage (cut in to bite sized pieces) and contents of pouch. Stir thoroughly.
3. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir, cover and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 15 minutes (a low bubbling action should be visible).
5. When rice is cooked, remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
6. Before serving, stir gently to fluff and mix.

Oven
1. Pre-cook 1 ¼ lbs. of chicken meat and cut into serving pieces.
2. In a full metal steam tray, add 12 cups of boiling water, ¼ cup vegetable oil (optional), pre-cooked chicken, 1 ¼ lbs. smoked sausage (cut in to bite sized pieces) and contents of pouch.
3. Stir thoroughly, and then cover tightly with lid or foil.
4. Place into a preheated 400°F oven and bake 35 minutes or until rice is cooked.
5. When rice is cooked (no excess liquid should be present), remove from oven and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
6. Before serving, stir gently to fluff and mix.

Steamer
1. In a steamer pan, add 11 ½ cups hot water, ¼ cup vegetable oil (optional), contents of pouch and 2 ½ lbs. of pre-cooked meat.

2. Stir the rice well and steam using 10 pounds of pressure about 20 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
3. Let stand covered for 5 minutes.
4. Before serving, stir gently to fluff and mix.

Leftover Rice
Cover and store in refrigerator. Reheat in saucepan with small amount of hot water to steam. For best results reheat in microwave oven.

YIELDS:
3 oz. = Approximately 61 Servings
6 oz. = Approximately 30 Servings
8 oz. = Approximately 23 Servings

Storage:
To maintain the freshest flavor and color, Zatarain's® Jambalaya Mix should be stored in a cool, dry place away from exposure to heat, humidity, moisture, direct sunlight and fluorescent light. Unopened Zatarain's Jambalaya Mix packages are shelf stable and can be held for use for up to 720 days.