Jambalaya Mix in a Jar

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Bring the bold, savory flavors of Louisiana into your kitchen with this "Jambalaya Mix in a Jar" recipe—a perfect blend of convenience and homemade charm! This vibrant, layered mix features long-grain white rice and a meticulously crafted combination of spices and dried vegetables, including paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and dried green bell peppers, all sealed in a jar for easy storage or gifting. Simply add stock and your choice of proteins like chicken, sausage, or shrimp to create a hearty, one-pot meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for meal prepping or as a thoughtful DIY food gift, this jambalaya mix is your ticket to authentic Creole cuisine with minimal effort.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
• 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons dried green bell peppers
• 1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

📝 Instructions

3 steps

1. In a clean, dry quart-sized glass jar, layer the ingredients in the following order: long-grain white rice, chicken bouillon granules, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, dried green bell peppers, dried celery flakes, ground paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Tap the jar lightly on a counter after each addition to level the ingredients and create defined layers.

2. Seal the jar tightly with a lid. Attach a label or note with instructions for cooking: 'To make jambalaya, combine the dry mix with 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock in a large pot. Add 1 pound of cooked, diced chicken, sausage, or shrimp, or a combination of these proteins. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.'

3. Store the jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months or gift it to someone as a thoughtful homemade present.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (60.5g)

Calories		91
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.5 g	1%
	Saturated Fat	0.1 g	1%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		850 mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate		19.4 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	1.3 g	5%
	Total Sugars	1.2 g
Protein		2.6 g	5%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		26 mg	2%
Iron		0.5 mg	3%
Potassium		100 mg	2%

*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: 18 cal (5.1%%)

Protein: 41 cal (11.2%%)

Carbs: 310 cal (83.7%%)