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Authentic Low Country Smoked Sausage Rice Recipe

This is a dish that is a staple throughout the low country region of South Carolina, Savannah Red Rice. I have had many different variations but this one is my personal favorite. If you want it to be a bit milder, you can leave out the cayenne pepper. It’s easy to make and can be served as a main or a side dish. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Low Country
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Onion
  • ½ cup Green or Red Pepper
  • ¼ cup Celery
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 package of Smoked Sausage. Andouille would be good here. Cut into bite size pieces.
  • 1 tsp. Cayenne omit if using andouille sausage as it can be spicy.
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 2 cups of medium grain Rice
  • 1 14.5 oz can of diced Tomatoes
  • 1 cup of Water

Equipment

  • Saute Pan with Lid

Method
 

  1. Sauté onion, pepper and celery until translucent. Add spices and sausage and brown until well caramelized.
  2. Add rice and sauté for 2 minutes until all grains are well coated. Add tomatoes and water and bring back to a boil. Cover and cook on lowest heat for 20-25 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
  3. Serve in shallow bowls with hot sauce. Or as a side for a larger meal.

Notes

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