Dirty rice is a staple in Cajun country that’s been passed down through generations. Hailing from Southern Louisiana, dirty rice is made with white rice that gets its “dirty” appearance from the meat with which it’s cooked. Long ago, dirty rice was made with leftover organ meat (gizzards, livers, even chicken feet!). Many classic versions, like this one from Turkey Leg Hut in Houston, still use gizzards and livers for a true taste of the South. If organ meat isn’t your thing, this dish can be made with ground pork, beef or chicken.
*This recipe has been altered to keep the Turkey Leg Hut’s original recipe a secret
This recipe is courtesy of Turkey Leg Hut.