Beef Patty with Cajun Vegetable Ratatouille and Brown Rice
Yields: 2
Preparation time: 15 mins
Cooking time: 30 mins
Ingredients
- 300g lean beef mince1/2 onion, grated1 clove garlic, minced1 tsp Worcestershire sauceSalt and pepper1 courgette, diced1 red pepper, diced1 green pepper, diced1 small sweet potato, diced1 tin chopped tomatoes1 tsp Cajun seasoning1 tsp smoked paprika1/2 tsp cumin200g brown ricePickled cucumber slices and hot sauce to serve
Directions
- Cook the brown rice in lightly salted water according to the packet (usually 25-30 minutes). Drain and keep warm.Mix the beef mince with grated onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Shape into two thick patties. Cover and chill while you make the ratatouille.Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Add the sweet potato and cook for 5 minutes until starting to soften. Add the peppers and courgette and cook for a further 5 minutes.Add the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika and cumin and stir to coat the veg. Pour in the chopped tomatoes, season and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the veg is tender and the sauce has thickened.Heat a griddle or frying pan to high. Brush the patties with oil and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium, or until cooked to your liking.Serve the patty on a bed of rice with the spiced ratatouille alongside and pickled cucumbers and hot sauce to finish.
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American