Mexican Rice with Savoury Mince

Serves: 6
Prep: 10
Cook: 20

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 pack Vegie Delights Savoury Mince
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp No Added Salt tomato paste
  • 400g tin black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 red capsicum, diced
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 375ml reduced saltvegetable stock
  • 1 jar (375g) mild chunky salsa
  • 60g shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese

Method

  1. Step 1

    In a large saucepan heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic for a minute.  Add the Vegie Delights
  2. Step 2

    Add the beans, capsicum, corn, rice, stock and salsa.  Stir to combine, cover with a lid, lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.  Check after 10, if the rice is looking dry add another ¼ - 1/2 cup of stock. Once the rice is soft and cooked, top with the cheese and cook for 1-2 more minutes as the cheese melts.  Serve with a squeeze of lime, diced tomato and avocado.