Vegan Jambalaya
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Vegan Jambalaya featuring your choice of jackfruit or vegan sausage. This dish combines veggies, aromatic spices, beans, rice, and tomatoes for a delicious, comforting meal.
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Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS
Base Ingredients
- Drizzle Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Yellow Onion
- 4-6 Stalks Celery
- 1 Bell Pepper (Choice of Red, Yellow, OR Orange)
- 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
Protein Options - Choose One or Both
- 1 Can Jackfruit in Brine
- 1 Package Plant Based Sausage (of choice)
Spices
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- Dash Cayenne Pepper Optional
Additional Ingredients
- 1 Can Kidney Beans (15 oz)
- 2 Cups Vegetable Broth
- 2 Cans Diced Tomatoes (15 oz each)
- 1 Cup Jasmine Rice
For Serving
INSTRUCTIONS
Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium heat.Drizzle Olive Oil
- Dice onion, celery, and bell pepper. Add to skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and mix well.1 Medium Yellow Onion, 4-6 Stalks Celery, 1 Bell Pepper (Choice of Red, Yellow, OR Orange), 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- Cook for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and slightly browned.
- Tip: If the mixture starts to burn, lower the heat and slowly add a little broth or water to loosen any bits.
Choose Preferred Mix-In's: Jackfruit and/or Plant-Based Sausage
- Drain and roughly chop jackfruit and/or chop plant-based sausage.1 Can Jackfruit in Brine, 1 Package Plant Based Sausage (of choice)
- Add them to the skillet and stir well.
Season The Dish
- Add all the spices and mix well.2 tsp Italian Seasoning, 2 tsp Salt, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Onion Powder, 1 tsp Paprika, 1 tsp Black Pepper, Dash Cayenne Pepper
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes to release the fragrance of the spices.
Incorporate Remaining Ingredients
- Add kidney beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and rice. Mix well.1 Can Kidney Beans (15 oz), 2 Cups Vegetable Broth, 2 Cans Diced Tomatoes (15 oz each), 1 Cup Jasmine Rice
- Bring to a slight boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover.
- Cook for 15 minutes, stir, then cover again and cook for another 15 minutes.
Serve & Enjoy
- Dish out into individual bowls.
- Add salt, pepper, and hot sauce to taste.Salt & Pepper, Franks RedHot Sauce (or preferred hot sauce)