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Chermoula Pork Pilaf

Chermoula Pork Pilaf

with Bell Pepper and Peas
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
767 kcal
Protein
34.9g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Celery
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1

Bell Pepper

(May contain traces of: Celery)

2

Garlic Clove

150

Basmati Rice

240

British Pork Mince

1

Chermoula Spice Mix

10

Chicken Stock Paste

120

Peas

25

Sun-Dried Tomato Paste

Not included in your delivery

100

Water for the Pork

20

Butter

Energy (kJ)3209 kJ
Energy (kcal)767 kcal
Fat37.5 g
of which saturates15.3 g
Carbohydrate74.2 g
of which sugars8.2 g
Protein34.9 g
Salt2 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Sieve
Garlic Press
Kettle
Large Saucepan
Pan

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

a) Boil a full kettle.

b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Halve the pepper and discard the core and seeds. Chop into 3cm chunks.

c) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 0.25 tsp salt on high heat. Add the rice and cook for 10-12 mins.

d) Once cooked, drain well in a sieve and pop back in the pan. Cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.

Fry the Pork
2

a) Heat a frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil). 

b) Once hot, add the pork mince and pepper and fry until browned, 5-6 mins. Use a spoon to break it up as it cooks, then drain and discard any excess fat. 

c) Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince. The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Add the Flavour
3

a) Once the mince has browned, add the garlic and chermoula spice mix to the pan. Cook untl fragrant, 30 secs.

b) Stir in the chicken stock paste and water for the pork (see pantry for amount).

c) Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 1-2 mins.

Peas Please
4

a) Stir the peas and butter (see pantry for amount) through the cooked rice until piping hot and melted, 1 min.

Combine your Pilaf
5

a) Add the cooked rice and sun-dried tomato paste to the pan and stir to combine.

b) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.

Serve
6

a) When ready, share the pork pilaf between your bowls.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Some found it tasty and packed with flavour, while others felt it needed more punch or spice for a bolder taste.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and simple to prepare, with many appreciating how rapid and straightforward the cooking process was.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding more spice, sun-dried tomato paste, or a creamy element like yoghurt to enhance flavour and moisture.
  • Portions: Several reviewers mentioned generous portion sizes, though some suggested including more pork for a heartier meal.
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