Cajun Pork Rice Bowl

SERVES 2 // READY IN 20 MINS // 536 CALS

For a speedy, flavour-packed dinner, this Cajun Pork Rice Bowl brings warmth and a little kick to your weeknight meals. With tender minced pork, perfectly spiced with Cajun seasoning, and balanced by the crisp, tangy baby gem salad, it's a delicious mix of textures and tastes. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s high in protein, low in fat, and finished with a touch of honey and melted cheddar for a satisfying, fuss-free meal that’s sure to hit the spot.

Cajun Pork Rice Bowl

SERVES 2 // READY IN 20 MINS // 536 CALS

INGREDIENTS
120g (1 cup) basmati rice
250g (9oz) minced (ground) pork 5% fat
1 baby gem lettuce
1 tsp olive oil
1 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp sugar
2 tsp cajun spice mix
1 heaped tsp garlic paste
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp vegetarian stock powder
1 tbsp honey
30g (1oz) cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1
Boil a half-full kettle.
Rinse the rice before adding to a large saucepan. Pour in approx 300ml (10 fl oz) of boiled water.
Bring to the boil and simmer for 10-12 minutes (lid on).

STEP 2
Heat a large frying pan on a med-high heat.
Once hot, add the minced pork. Season generously with salt and pepper. Fry until the mince has browned, 5-6 mins, breaking it up as it cooks.

STEP 3
Meanwhile, trim the baby gem lettuce and thinly slice. In a medium bowl, combine the cider vinegar, olive oil and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lettuce to the bowl and toss to coat.

STEP 4
When the mince is cooked, turn the heat down to low. Add the garlic paste, tomato paste and cajun spice mix. Fry for 1 minute.
Add a small amount of water to the pork (about 50ml/3 tbsp), plus the stock powder and honey. Stir and cook through for another 3 minutes.

STEP 5
Grate the cheese.
Share the rice between two bowls. Add the baby gem salad and spiced pork. Sprinkle over the grated cheese.

NUTRITIONAL INFO (PER SERVING)

536 CALS // 40G PROTEIN // 12G FAT // 65G CARBS