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One Pot Cheesy Cajun Beef Rice
A flavorful and hearty one-pot dish combining lean beef, rice, and Cajun spices, topped with melted cheese and a spicy mayo drizzle.
Ingredients
seasoning
- 1 spray low calorie spray
- 1 piece onion, finely diced
- 1 small carrot, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 455 g extra lean beef mince
- 1.5 tablespoons cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 180 g long grain white rice, dry
- 480 ml chicken stock
- 120 g colby cheese, grated (or cheddar/red leicester and mozzarella mix)
- 2 spring onions chopped
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 tablespoons reduced fat mayo
- 3 tablespoons fat free Greek Yoghurt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mayo, and Greek yoghurt to make the Cajun Mayo. Set aside.
- Spray a large pan with low-calorie spray, sauté onion, carrot, and garlic for 5-6 minutes.
- Add beef, cook until browned. Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and tomato paste; cook 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in red pepper, rice, and stock; simmer covered for 12-15 minutes until rice absorbs liquid. Rest for 10 minutes, then fluff.
- Sprinkle cheese over top, broil until bubbly. Garnish with spring onions and drizzle with Cajun mayo before serving.
Notes
Ensure rice rests covered for perfect texture and adjust seasoning to taste.