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Jambalaya (pronounced or ) is a Louisiana Creole dish of Spanish and French influence. The dish is a New World version of the Old World dish paella. A Cajun version, loosely related to paella,was adopted after absorption of white French Creoles into the Cajun population following their fall from power in New Orleans after the Civil War.

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What restaurants serve jambalaya?

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What is the difference between Cajun jambalaya and Creole jambalaya?

different spices used.


When was Jambalaya - On the Bayou - created?

Jambalaya - On the Bayou - was created on 1952-07-19.


Is there a jambalaya festival?

There is a Jambalaya Festival that takes place every year in Gonzales, Louisiana.


What's the difference between Cajun jambalaya and Creole jambalaya?

different spices used.


Did Harry Potter ever eat Jambalaya?

It was not mentioned in the series that Harry Potter was eating Jambalaya.


How many fluid ounces in a serving of jambalaya?

I would give about 8 ounces in a serving of jambalaya


What nationalities influenced jambalaya?

Jambalaya started in the African American race and was brought over to New Orleans in about the 1920's.


What is the main ingredient in jambalaya?

Rice


What is Louisiana's main dish?

Jambalaya!


Is jambalaya flammable?

As there are some variants of jambalaya that contain alcohols, I would say yes, jambalaya can accidentally catch fire. If one would want to intentionally set jambalaya ablaze, they could always add a splash of liquor atop the jambalaya. However, this should only be done by an educated chef, in a controlled environment with a fire extinguisher at the ready. Setting fire to food for the purposes of visual wonder, should only be done by professionals.


Can you use risotto for jambalaya?

While risotto and jambalaya are both delicious rice dishes, they are quite different in terms of preparation and flavor. Risotto is creamy and typically cooked slowly with broth, while jambalaya is a one-pot dish with a drier texture and a mix of meats, vegetables, and spices. You could technically use risotto rice for jambalaya, but the result would be less traditional and may not achieve the desired texture and flavors of authentic jambalaya. It's best to use long-grain rice, like basmati or jasmine, for a more authentic jambalaya experience.