Kielbasa Cajun Fried Rice

Name: Kielbasa Cajun Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespon butter; 2 eggs; 1 tablepoon canola oil; 14 ounces keilbasa (sliced); 1 cup onion (diced); 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced); 1/2 cup green bell pepper (diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 4 cups cooked long grain white rice (previously chilled); 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; salt and pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons scallion (thinly sliced)

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Savory fried rice loaded with smoked sausage, vegetables, and fluffy eggs. The cajun seasoning takes this fried rice to the next level. A delicious and quick dinner in 20 minutes!

The Inspiration

Fried rice is one of my favorite things to cook because it's delicious, quick, easy, and is a great way to use up leftover ingredients in the fridge.

This recipe is inspired by my popular creamy cajun salmon pasta and sheet pan sausage and veggies.

I love the juiciness and smokiness of kielbasa and wanted to incorporate it into other dishes.

The cajun seasoning in this fried rice makes it super unique and creates a flavorful combination with the smoked sausage and vegetables.

Why You'll Love this Recipe

It's a delicious meal in 20 minutes!
It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables in the fridge.
It's loaded with flavors from the Cajun spices, sausage, and vegetables!

Ingredients

Butter- oil can be used instead.
Eggs- a classic addition to any fried rice. Feel free to omit or use an egg substitute.
Kielbasa- I used smoked beef sausage. Use your favorite variety.
Onion- Yellow or red onion works.
Bell peppers- I like using a mix or red and green bell pepper for flavor and color. Feel free to use what you have on hand.
Garlic- ½ teaspoon garlic powder can be used in place of fresh.
White rice- chilled leftover rice is best as it's less sticky. I used long grain white rice, but jasmine or brown rice would be delicious as well.
Cajun seasoning- Use homemade or store bought Cajun seasoning. Keep the salt in the cajun seasoning in mind and adjust to your taste.
Scallions- the scallions add a sharpness to the dish to break up the savory-ness. You can use chives or even cilantro.

How to Make Kielbasa Cajun Fried Rice

In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter on medium high heat.

Add eggs and cook until scrambled about 2 minutes. Transfer the eggs onto a plate and set aside.

In the same pan on medium heat, add oil and stir fry the kielbasa, onion, and bell peppers for 5 minutes.

Toss in the garlic, rice, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and egg and sauté until the rice is heated through. Garnish with scallions and enjoy!

Tasty Tips

Prep all your ingredients. Fried rice is quickly cooked on high heat. Prep all your ingredients ahead of time to make the process smoother.
Use your favorite vegetables. Fried rice is a great clean-out-the-fridge meal. Spinach, cabbage, mushrooms, green beans, corn, or broccoli all work well!

FAQs

How do I reheat leftover kielbasa cajun fried rice?

Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes until heated through or in a skillet with a splash of water.

What type of rice should I use?

I used long grain white rice but you can also use jasmine rice, brown rice, or even cauliflower rice! Avoid glutinous rice which is too sticky.

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