Cajun Beef and Veg on Herby Bulgur

Meanwhile, put a deep saucepan (with a tight-fitting lid) on medium heat with a drizzle of oil. 

Once hot, add the garlic and fry for 30 secs. Stir in the bulgur until coated, 30 secs.

Stir in half the chicken stock paste and water for the bulgur wheat (see pantry for amount). Bring to the boil and simmer for 1 min.

Put a lid on the pan and remove from the heat. Leave to the side for 12-15 mins or until ready to serve.

Add the beef mince to the charred pepper. Fry until the mince has browned, 5-6 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince.

Use a spoon to break up the mince as it cooks, then drain and discard any excess fat.

Meanwhile, roughly chop the chives (use scissors if easier).

Add the remaining garlic, tomato puree and Cajun spice mix to the beef (add less Cajun spice mix if you'd prefer things milder). Stir-fry for 30 secs.

Next, stir the remaining chicken stock paste, sun-dried tomato paste, tomato ketchup and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts) into the beef.

Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat slightly and simmer until the sauce has thickened, 2-3 mins. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Once the sauce has thickened, add the spinach a handful at a time until wilted and piping hot, 1-2 mins.

Taste the beef and season with salt and pepper if needed. Add a splash of water if needed. Remove from the heat.

Stir half the chives through the cooked bulgur.