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One Pot Cheesy Cajun Beef Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and hearty one-pot dish combining Cajun spices, lean beef, rice, and melted cheese, topped with a creamy Cajun mayo.

Ingredients

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  • 1 spray low calorie spray
  • 1 small 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 (to season)
  • 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 mayo ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  • Sauté onion, carrot, and garlic in a sprayed pan for 5-6 minutes.
  • Add beef, cook until browned, then stir in seasonings and tomato paste for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in peppers, rice, and stock; simmer covered for 12-15 minutes until absorbed. Rest for 10 minutes, then fluff.
  • Top with cheese, melt under broiler, then garnish with spring onions and drizzle with Cajun mayo before serving.

Notes

Ensure to rest the rice for perfect texture and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef, Cajun, Rice