Jambalaya is one of the most popular Cajun dishes one can taste in Louisiana. There are different theories about the etymology of this rice and pork sausage based dish. Some say the term Jambalaya comes from mixing the french word for ham “jambon” and the name of the most acclaimed rice dish in Spanish cuisine “paella”. Whatever the true origin of Jambalaya may be, it is a delicious staple of Lousiana’s rich and varied culinary heritage and one you should definitely try.