-
- Creole originated in French Quarter of New Orleans
- Cajun originated in Louisiana swamp country
- Most often made with long grain white rice
-
-
What's the Difference?
The flavors of a Creole and Cajun jambalaya differ greatly. The Creole version is normally made in a tomato sauce base, with extra chopped tomatoes added in. It is frequently called a "red jambalaya."The Cajun version of jambalaya is made in a homemade stock of pork or chicken and no tomatoes are used. It is frequently called a "brown jambalaya."
What's In That Stuff?
Both versions use cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and salt to season. bell peppers, onion and celery are the vegetable mainstays.The most common primary meat used is pork, but other savory versions include chicken, shrimp, alligator and/or duck. fresh or smoked sausage, tasso and/or andouille is also used in combination with any of the above as a secondary meat. Any of these three meats pack a flavor bring a richness to the dish.
-
-
Jambalaya on Amazon
-
-
Jambalaya, Crawfish Pie, File Gumbo: Cajun and Creole Cuisine - $11.95
Tried and true Cajun and Creole recipes from the heart of South Louisiana. Featuring 7 different recipes for Gumbo and many other all time favorites like Shrimp Creole, Zydeco Ch...Amazon
-
Cajun Cookware Lid For 10 Gallon Cast Iron Jambalaya Pot - $26.44
Aluminum lid with lip to fit securely inside any cast iron pot with 18 3/4 inch inside diameter measurement. Total diameter of lid - 20 inch. (to be used with 10 gallon jambalaya p...Amazon
-
-
Jambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals - $14.99
A Marvelous Blendof Memoir, Folk Wisdom,and Afro-American Beliefs.Actress, storyteller, and priestess Luisah Teish dramatically re-creates centuries-old A...Amazon
-
-
Jambalaya Questions
-
I need a good Jambalaya recipe. Got one you want to share? 1 AnswerI was working in a Hotel, and i have seen the chef making the following recipe, and customers appreciating the same. The following info is taken from a website,... read more
-
-
Jambalaya Articles, History, and Trivia
- The Skidmore News: Jambalaya With a Side of History (2001)
- Boston.com: Jambalaya (2006)
- Cooking Louisiana: Jambalaya Basics
- The Lazy Cook: Jambalaya
- LookSmart: Jumpin' Jambalaya: Re-Create a New Orleans Favorite Without the Meat (1995)
- YouTube: Hank Williams Jr., Hunter Hayes: Jambalaya (Time: 2:43)
- This page was created by Melinda M, a Part Time Guide in the Mahalo Greenhouse (see the original), and curated by Melissa S.
- If you'd like to help us create the best spam free search results on the Internet, apply to be a Part Time Guide!</em>



