We all need some more ‘me’ time, so let’s get dinner on the table in a flash — then relax!
Ingredients
- 450g packet white long-grain rice in 2 1/2 minutes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red onion, cut into thin wedges
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 (120g) chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red capsicum, cut into 1cm pieces
- 2 teaspoons mild paprika
- 250g frozen cooked and peeled prawns, thawed
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Lemon wedges, to serve
- Crusty bread, to serve
Method
- Step 1Cook rice following packet directions. Set aside.
- Step 2Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until softened. Add chorizo and capsicum. Cook for 5 minutes or until chorizo is golden.
- Step 3Add paprika and prawns. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until prawns are heated through. Add peas and rice. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, for 3 to 4 minutes or until heated through. Spoon into bowls. Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.
- Low carb
- Low kilojoule
- Low sugar
- Lower gi
Nutrition
1525 kj
Energy
15g
Fat Total
3g
Saturated Fat
4g
Fibre
20g
Protein
145mg
Cholesterol
509.15mg
Sodium
4g
Carbs (sugar)
36g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
Super saver: Use 4 cups cooked white rice instead of instant long-grain and save around $3.63 in total.
- Author: Annette Forrest
- Image credit: Mark O'Meara
- Publication: Super Food Ideas
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