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Recipe: Mexican Rice & Mince

Recipe: Mexican Rice & Mince

OK Foods Gansbaai

Recipe: Mexican Rice & Mince

Ingredients:
  • 1 Large Onion
  • 500g Mince (Lean)
  • Mexican Seasoning
  • 2 Carrots (200g)
  • 2 x 400g Cans Chopped Tomatoes
  • 1 Can OK Mixed Veg
  • 1 Cup OK Rice
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Cup Corn (Whole Kernel or Frozen)
  • 300g Mixed Peppers (Chopped)
  • 2 Chillies (Chopped)
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
Method:

1. In a large saucepan, sauté onion and peppers.

2. Add mince, chilli and seasoning. Cook until browned.

3. Add grated carrots and continue to cook while you do the next step.

4. Blend 1 can of chopped tomatoes into a purée and add to the pan.

5. Add the other can of chopped tomatoes to the pan.

6. Stir well while adding the rice and water.

7. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

8. Add the corn.

9. Cover and simmer for another 5 - 10 minutes.

10. Liquids should be absorbed and rice tender.

11. Serve with guacamole and salsa over the top

Notes

Add red kidney beans for extra texture! Use any leftover as a filling for wraps, or serve with salad.

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Recipe: Mexican Rice & Mince

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