Ingredients

The following ingredients have 10 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cajun spice mix
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups crimini mushrooms (quartered)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • corn or flour tortillas
  • recommended garnishes - pickled jalepenos (sliced radishes, shredded cheese, salsa)

Instruction

  • Chop the celery, onions, green pepper and quarter the mushrooms. Heat a large pot over medium heat & add 1 tablespoon of oil - add in the vegetables and 1 tablespoon of the seasoning mix. Sauté for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are translucent.
  • Add in 1 cup of rice to the vegetable medleyand stir to combine well. Increase the heat to high and add the water. When the mixture comes to a boil, turn the heat to cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  • Drain the can of black beans and rinse well until the water runs clear. Add to a small pan on the stove and place over medium-low heat. Add in the salsa and 1 teaspoon of the seasoning mix. Stir occasionally.
  • While the rice is cooking prepare your garnishes - then when the rice is done, assemble the tacos and enjoy!