Spicy Meatballs With Rice Recipe

Name: Spicy Meatballs With Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pork sausages, casings removed; 4 tbsp oil; 1 lb mushrooms, cut in 1/2; 2 None green bell peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks; 2 None onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 lb risotto rice; 1 cup spicy tomato sauce; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 - 13.5 oz can red kidney beans, drained; 1 - 13.5 oz can sweet corn, drained; None None fresh parsley sprigs, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 lb pork sausages, casings removed
4 tbsp oil
1 lb mushrooms, cut in 1/2
2 None green bell peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks
2 None onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 lb risotto rice
1 cup spicy tomato sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 - 13.5 oz can red kidney beans, drained
1 - 13.5 oz can sweet corn, drained
None None fresh parsley sprigs, to garnish

1
Shape the sausage into small meatballs. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large frying pan and cook the meatballs for 5 mins, turning. Remove from the pan and set aside.
2
Add the mushrooms and peppers to the pan and saute for 5 mins until softened and beginning to color. Set aside. Add the remaining oil to the pan and saute the onions for 5 mins, adding the garlic for the last min. Stir in the rice then add 7 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the spicy tomato sauce and cayenne. Cook gently for 20-25 mins, stirring occasionally, until the rice is just tender. Add a little more water if the mixture is dry before the rice is cooked.
3
Add the meatballs, mushrooms, peppers, beans and corn. Mix well and heat through for 5 mins. Season to taste and serve garnished with parsley.

950

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pork sausages, casings removed, 4 tbsp oil, 1 lb mushrooms, cut in 1/2, 2 None green bell peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Spicy Meatballs With Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Meatballs With Rice

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