Quick Cajun Spiced Beef Meatballs

a) Roll the beef mince into evenly-sized balls, 5 per person.

b) Pop the meatballs onto one side of a large baking tray.

c) Add the pepper chunks to the other side of the baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat.

c) When the oven is hot, bake on the top shelf until the meatballs are browned on the outside and cooked through, 12-15 mins. IMPORTANT: The meatballs are cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

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

b) Once cooked, drain in a sieve and pop back in the pan. Cover with a lid and set aside until ready to serve.

a) While everything cooks, heat a drizzle of oil in a medium saucepan on medium heat.

b) Once hot, add the tomato puree and Cajun spice mix (add less if you'd prefer it milder). Fry until fragrant, 1-2 mins. 

a) Once the spices are fragrant, stir through the creme fraiche, chicken stock paste, sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts).

b) Bring to a boil, then lower the heat. Simmer until thickened, 3-4 mins.

c) Once thickened, stir in the peas and cheese until the cheese is melted, 1 min. TIP: Add a splash of water if you feel it needs it. 

a) Fluff up your rice with a fork and share between your serving bowls.

b) Stir the meatballs and roasted pepper through the sauce to coat the meatballs, then spoon onto the rice.

Enjoy!