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Cajun Rice with Asparagus and Mushrooms

Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • Long-grained rice – 2 cups soaked and drained
  • White onion – 1 large chopped
  • Purple asparagus remove the bottom ends – 4 stalks, chopped
  • Brown mushrooms – 4 large chopped
  • Garlic – 2 cloves chopped finely
  • Coriander leaves – ½ cup finely chopped
  • Cajun seasoning – 2 tsp add more to suit your taste preferences
  • Salt – to season
  • Black pepper – to season
  • Vegetable oil – 3 tbsp

Instructions

  • Cook the rice in salted boiling water, drain well and keep aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan, add garlic and onions; sauté for a minute.
  • Then add the mushrooms and asparagus and sauté for another 2 minutes on high heat.
  • Lower heat and season with Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Remember that the rice has been cooked in salted water so add salt accordingly.
  • Add coriander leaves and stir well.
  • Add the rice and mix well to combine.
  • Serve with chilled cucumber raita/yoghurt dip.