4 delicious,
quick rice-based recipes

Rice is an inexpensive, easy-to-prepare ingredient that can be used in all sorts of delicious dishes!

Italian-style rice with sausage

This tasty, one-pot dish is so simple to make, it’ll quickly become a weeknight staple. Best of all, its tantalizing aromas will get everyone gathered at the table in a flash! You’ll need:

2 Selection Italian sausages (mild or spicy), sliced into rounds
1 cup basmati rice
1 bell pepper
½ red onion
1 ½ cup Selection vegetable broth
½ cup tomato sauce

In a large pot, cook the sausage rounds in cooking oil. Add the basmati rice, diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, vegetable broth, and tomato sauce. On medium, bring to a boil. Cover and simmer on low until the rice has softened.

This low-cost recipe is also perfect for anyone who loves to spend time cooking because they can make their own homemade tomato sauce!

Indian-inspired vegetarian rice

Some people might be intimidated by Indian recipes but rest assured, you only need a few affordable spices to give this easy-to-prepare dish its signature flavour. Depending on your preferences, you can also add Irresistibles garam masala spices or use curry powder or paste. You’ll also need:

1 white onion
1 clove garlic
2 large apples
½ cup lentils
1 cup basmati rice
About 1 tablespoon curry
About ½ teaspoon cumin
3 cups water
1 can coconut milk

Start by dicing the onion and apples. Chop the garlic. Combine and cook all the ingredients in a large pot. Add the lentils, basmati rice, curry, and cumin. Cook for 2 minutes and add 3 cups of water. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Add a can of coconut milk and simmer on low for 5 minutes.

Carnivores can also add chicken or shrimp!

Quick tuna rice

Rice in a cold salad? You bet! Especially when you can tailor the recipe according to the ingredients listed in the flyer! Here’s what you’ll need:

1 ¾ cup basmati rice
Vegetables of your choice (tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers)
One can of tuna
Your favourite dressing!

In a pot, cook the basmati rice according to the instructions on the package. While the rice cooks, grab and dice any vegetables you have in the fridge, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers.

Once the rice is cooked, let it cool and add the vegetables and tuna.

For the dressing, go with your tastes or get inspired by this easy recipe: 1 tablespoon of Dijon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of wine vinegar, 1 chopped garlic clove.

Vegetarians can use red beans or edamame instead of tuna.

Louisiana jambalaya-style rice

This tasty, low-cost dish is a great way to showcase the flavours of Louisiana. Depending on what’s listed in the flyer, you can also add cubes of cooked ham, shrimp, or any other meat of your choice. It’s also an excellent way to use the vegetables you have on hand! You’ll need:

1 red onion
2 celery sticks
2 bell peppers
3 garlic cloves
1 cup rice
2 cups water
The meat of your choice (ham, shrimp)

In a large pot, cook the chopped red onion, diced celery, and bell pepper. Add the chopped garlic, rice, and water. Then add the ham and cook on medium until the rice softens.

Don’t be afraid of improvising according to your tastes!

Rice is not only inexpensive, it can also be prepared in large quantities to ensure you have leftovers for lunch the next day. Consult our flyer to find the ingredients that pair well with rice!

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