Louisiana Style Chorizo Rice
with Pepper, Peas and Creme Fraiche
- Milk
- May contain traces of allergens
- Celery
This delicious Louisiana Style Chorizo Rice has been expertly designed by our chefs as a lighter option to help with a balanced lifestyle. SOURCE OF PROTEIN - Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
Ingredients
1 sachet(s)
Saffron
150 grams
Basmati Rice
1 unit(s)
Bell Pepper
(May contain traces of: Celery)
60 grams
Diced Chorizo
2 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
1 unit(s)
Lemon
30 grams
Tomato Puree
1 sachet(s)
Central American Style Spice Mix
15 grams
Chicken Stock Paste
120 grams
Peas
25 grams
Sun-Dried Tomato Paste
75 grams
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
300 milliliter(s)
Water for the Rice
1 tbsp
Honey
100 milliliter(s)
Water for the Sauce
Utensils
Instructions
Pour the water for the rice (see pantry for amount) into a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Stir in the saffron, rice and 1/4 tsp salt and bring to the boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium and cover with the lid.
Leave to cook for 10 mins, then remove the pan from the heat (still covered) and leave to the side for another 10 mins or until ready to serve (the rice will continue to cook in its own steam).
Meanwhile, halve the bell pepper and discard the core and seeds. Slice into thin strips.
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat. Once hot, add the sliced pepper and fry until just soft, 5-6 mins. Continue to stir while it cooks.
Add the diced chorizo to the pan and fry until it starts to brown, 3-4 mins.
Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
Cut the lemon into wedges.
Once the chorizo has browned, reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic, tomato puree and Central American style spice mix. Cook, stirring, for 1 min.
Stir the chicken stock paste, honey and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts) into the frying pan.
Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer until the sauce is thickened, 1-2 mins.
Once the saffron rice is cooked, fluff it up with a fork and gently stir it into the sauce.
Stir through the peas, sun-dried tomato paste and a good squeeze of lemon juice. Taste and add more salt and pepper or lemon juice if needed.
Share the spiced chorizo rice between your bowls.
Serve with a dollop of creme fraiche on top and any remaining lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the tasty combination of flavours, though some found it a bit bland or salty.
- Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare, with straightforward instructions for a delicious midweek meal.
- Suggestions: Consider adding prawns, chicken, or extra chorizo for more protein; try sweetcorn or baby plum tomatoes for variety.
- Spice level: While some found it perfectly spiced, others wished for more heat; add chilli flakes to boost spiciness.
- Portions: Several reviewers mentioned the dish could benefit from larger chorizo portions for a more satisfying meal.
