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Rice pilaf

Spice Up Your Menu with these Authentic Louisiana Cuisine Favorites

Spice up your menu with these authentic Louisiana cuisine favorites. Your patrons will enjoy the change of pace from global dishes to U.S. regional meals that offer essential ingredients like rice and flavorful seasonings. The New Orleans Cajun cuisine is sure to create all-in-one meals that appeal to your customers’ diverse tastes and desire for alternative menu options.

Smoked Chicken and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya
Developed by the chefs at The Culinary Institute of America, this traditional rice-based jambalaya dish is jumping with flavor. Customers are sure to love the combination of spicy sausage, smoked chicken and hearty vegetables like green bell peppers, celery, tomatoes and scallions. View the online demo!

Red Beans and Rice
This Louisiana classic blends pinto beans with bay leaf, garlic, turkey ham, onions, thyme and Creole seasonings. Serve on top of long grain white rice to make a complete meal!

Seafood Gumbo
A taste of the South with a rich onion, pepper and celery base enhanced with garlic, tomatoes and seafood. Top with a generous portion of rice to give your gumbo a real authentic flair.