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Cookware Change - Jambalaya
Posted on 2/29/16 at 6:36 pm
Posted on 2/29/16 at 6:36 pm
I have been cooking jambalaya in a 7 qt cast iron for probably 10 years now. I've got it pretty dialed in. I recently bought a 5 gallon set up from Kajun Kooker and plan to cook for 35-40 people in two weeks.
Question is...how much of a learning curve is it to go from home size jambalaya to party size? Am I safe to use the same techniques? Any tips from you pros is much appreciated.
Question is...how much of a learning curve is it to go from home size jambalaya to party size? Am I safe to use the same techniques? Any tips from you pros is much appreciated.
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Posted on 2/29/16 at 6:57 pm to DonChowder
There isn't a large change, but be aware that it might be a little harder to control the temperature of the pot depending on your burner. So you might burn the bottom, be sure to roll the jambalaya and not scrape the bottom when it's time.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 7:02 pm to DonChowder
quote:According to what I've been told, all you need is the Jambalaya Calculator.
how much of a learning curve is it to go from home size jambalaya to party size?
LINK
Posted on 2/29/16 at 7:11 pm to Stadium Rat
I still haven't used it. 
Posted on 2/29/16 at 7:47 pm to DonChowder
IMO its easier to cook a 5 gallon pot than 7 quarts.
Cut back on you water to rice ratio just a slight bit for the larger pot. Also maybe let it sit a few minutes longer after turning the rice.
Cut back on you water to rice ratio just a slight bit for the larger pot. Also maybe let it sit a few minutes longer after turning the rice.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 8:06 pm to Stadium Rat
I swear by the Jambalaya Calculator.
Have different sized pots at house, lake, friend's ranch, etc. It NEVER disappoints (and is cool as shite).
Wish we knew who created it.
Have different sized pots at house, lake, friend's ranch, etc. It NEVER disappoints (and is cool as shite).
Wish we knew who created it.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 8:08 pm to Stadium Rat
quote:
According to what I've been told, all you need is the Jambalaya Calculator.
I've already downloaded your spreadsheet. I was thinkING more along the lines es of what the other responders said about techniques. 
Posted on 2/29/16 at 8:16 pm to Stadium Rat
If only there were an IOS app
Posted on 2/29/16 at 8:43 pm to HeadyMurphey
quote:Don't think I believe this.
HeadyMurphey
Jambalaya Calculator
I still haven't used it.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 8:48 pm to Panny Crickets
quote:That guy really should reveal himself.
Wish we knew who created it.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 9:24 pm to DonChowder
Should be the same technique. My advice is to give it a practice run before you cook at a party so you're not going in it blind.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 10:07 pm to Stadium Rat
Seriously, I am not really a fan of jambalaya. I just wanted a fun little project creating the app and it delivered. I will get around to it one day. I have had a couple of friends make it and enjoyed it.
Posted on 2/29/16 at 10:47 pm to DonChowder
What did you pay for your setup? What all did you get?
This post was edited on 2/29/16 at 10:48 pm
Posted on 3/1/16 at 9:21 am to LSUsmartass
quote:I don't remember exactly but it was about 200 shipped. Came with the pot, aluminum lid, burner set up and paddle. Not too shabby.
What did you pay for your setup? What all did you get?
I think I'll do a smaller practice batch tomorrow night.
Posted on 3/1/16 at 11:32 am to Kajungee
quote:
IMO its easier to cook a 5 gallon pot than 7 quarts. Cut back on you water to rice ratio just a slight bit for the larger pot. Also maybe let it sit a few minutes longer after turning the rice.
This ^^^
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