Instant Pot Cajun sausage and rice
In 30 minutes in the Instant pot, these spiced Cajun-style rice with sausages and veggies is a one dish meal is perfect for dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
 | 6 medium smoked sausages or 4 large smoked sausages such as Italian sausages, pork bratwurst, saucisse de toulouse, Montbéliard, etc. |
 | 4 cups of basmati rice – white basmati rice or you can also use brown rice. |
 | 4 chopped medium-sized onions, fresh or frozen |
 | (Optional) 10 oz of frozen spinach |
 | 4 large tomatoes or 3 cans of whole-peeled tomatoes |
Spices and flavoring ingredients:
 | 4 cloves of crushed garlic or garlic powder |
 | 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme |
 | 1 laurier leaf |
 | 1 tablespoon of paprika for a cajun spice mix |
 | 1 teaspoon of turmeric or saffron for that lovely color |
 | 1/2 teaspoon of crushed ginger |
 | 1 tablespoon of olive oil to sauté the garlic and ginger |
 | (Optional) 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for a bit of spice |
 | 5 cups of liquid beef stock, or a cube beef stock with water |
 | Pinch of salt and pepper |
How to make this Cajun sausage and rice in the Instant Pot
- Chop the onions and tomatoes into small pieces for easier cooking.
- Slice the sausages into one-inch pieces. (If frozen, add them whole and slice after pressure cooking.)
- Add olive oil to the Instant Pot, then add the onions, garlic, and ginger.
- Sauté for a few minutes until fragrant, then add the sausage and cook briefly to brown.
- Add the remaining ingredients and secure the lid.
- Set the Instant Pot to Manual (High Pressure) for 5 minutes.
- Release the pressure quickly once the timer ends.
- Stir the sausage and rice together, then serve hot.
Cajun-style Sausages and rice is one of the most popular combos around, and with the Instant Pot, it is easier to prepare than ever.
A one pot meal that can be prepared quickly with all the taste and flavor that you would expect.
For people who are busy and on the go, it can be hard to find time to make a home cooked meal that is filling, and delicious. With this dish, you can even add in some vegetables like spinach and onions to get those vital nutrients that we all need, all in one dish.
Just put everything in the Instant pot, and you are all set. With this sausage and rice recipe, you may just find a new favorite for both you and your family!
Cooking tips
- Any type of thicker sausages will do, including beef, pork or chicken sausages. Examples of thick sausages are Italian sausages, pork bratwurst, saucisse de toulouse, etc.
- Frozen spinach works better than fresh as it holds its consistency better in the Instant pot.
- Using beef broth or stock adds a lot of flavor to the rice.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 medium smoked sausages or 4 large smoked sausages eg. Montbéliard or Saucisse de Toulouse
- 4 large tomatoes or 3 cans of whole-peeled tomatoes
- 4 medium onions
- 4 cups of basmati rice
- 10 oz of frozen spinach (optional)
Herbs and spices
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 laurier leaf
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric or saffron
- 4 cloves of crushed garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon of crushed ginger
- 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 5 cups of beef stock or water
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Chop the onions and tomatoes.
- Cut the sausages into one-inch chunks. (If the sausages are frozen, put them in as is, and chop them after the Instant pot cooking process finishes.)
- Add the olive oil to the Instant pot and add the chopped onions and crushed garlic and ginger.
- Saute for a couple of minutes till fragrant and then add the chopped sausage.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and close the instant pot.
- Cook on Manual for 5 minutes.
- After the Instant Pot timer ends, quick release the steam.
- Stir the sausage and rice together and serve while warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.
What to serve with it?
Instant pot sausage and rice is a great one pot meal, so you don’t necessarily have to serve a side. But if you do wish to, green beans or a salad with vinaigrette will be a lovely complement.
For a starter, consider roasted tomatoes with parsley and garlic, and for dessert, perhaps a light strawberry mousse?
How to store it?
This is one of those recipes that tastes better the next day. You can easily put aside portions of sausage and rice in an airtight container and put in the freezer.
