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Why Some Jambalaya Is Brown and Some Is Red

Brown jambalaya gets its color and roasted flavor from browned meat, rendered fat, vegetables, stock, and concentrated material from the pot. Red jambalaya contains tomatoes or tomato paste and is especially associated with New Orleans and southeastern Louisiana.

Cajun Jambalaya vs. Creole Jambalaya

Cajun jambalaya is generally a brown, tomato-free rice dish whose color and flavor come from deeply browned meat and rendered fat. Creole jambalaya usually contains tomatoes and is especially associated with New Orleans and southeastern Louisiana, but regional and family traditions frequently overlap.