Jambalaya-Stuffed Cucumbers
Jambalaya-Stuffed Cucumbers: A Delicious and Healthy Appetizer
Looking for a unique and healthy appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than Jambalaya-Stuffed Cucumbers! This dish is a perfect combination of spicy jambalaya and refreshing cucumbers, making it a perfect appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 4 large cucumbers
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cooked andouille sausage, diced
- 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Tips:
- Use a melon baller or spoon to scoop out the seeds and flesh of the cucumbers, leaving a hollow center for the jambalaya filling.
- Cook the rice ahead of time and let it cool before adding it to the jambalaya mixture.
- Use a large skillet or wok to cook the jambalaya mixture, as it will need plenty of space to cook evenly.
Cooking Process:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and flesh with a melon baller or spoon.
3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, andouille sausage, and shrimp to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the cooked rice and Cajun seasoning to the skillet and stir to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Stuff the jambalaya mixture into the hollowed-out cucumbers and place them on a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cucumbers are tender and the jambalaya filling is heated through.
Appearance and Taste:
Jambalaya-Stuffed Cucumbers are a beautiful and colorful appetizer that will impress your guests. The spicy jambalaya filling is perfectly balanced by the refreshing and crunchy cucumber, making for a delicious and healthy appetizer that everyone will love.
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients:
- Cucumbers
- Jambalaya mixture (rice, onion, bell pepper, celery, tomatoes, andouille sausage, shrimp)
