How To Make Cajun Rice with Chorizo Meatballs & Fried Eggs
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 4 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Stir in the rice and Cajun seasoning. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a bowl, mix together the chorizo sausage, breadcrumbs, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and parsley. Form into meatballs.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
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Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Fry the eggs to your desired doneness.
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Serve the Cajun rice topped with chorizo meatballs and a fried egg. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Calories : 590kcal
- Total Fat : 32g
- Saturated Fat : 11g
- Cholesterol : 259mg
- Sodium : 1364mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 50g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 26g
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