Whip up this speedy sausage, courgette and rice dish in just 20 minutes. Full of flavour, it’s ideal for when you want something quick and easy
Prep:5 mins
Serves 2
100g basmati rice1 tsp vegetable oil3 sausages, meat squeezed from the skins1 tsp fennel seeds, black onion seeds or crushed coriander seeds1 courgette, sliced into half-moons100g frozen peas200ml vegetable stock½ small bunch of mint, leaves picked and finely chopped½ small bunch of dill, finely chopped2 tbsp fat-free yogurt
STEP 1Rinse the rice a couple of times until the water runs clear, then leave to soak. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan with a tight- fitting lid, and fry the sausagemeat for 2-3 mins until crisp and golden. Stir in the seeds and courgette, and fry for another 2 mins over a high heat so the water from the courgette evaporates.STEP 2Stir in the drained rice, peas, stock and half the chopped herbs. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Cook for 10-12 mins until the rice is tender.STEP 3Fold most of the remaining herbs into the rice. Serve with a scattering of the remaining herbs on top and the yogurt on the side.
