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Peri-Peri Lamb Leg Steaks

Peri-Peri Lamb Leg Steak

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Energy: 405

Ingredients
  

  • 100g lean boneless lamb leg steak, trimmed of visible fat
  • ½ - 1 teaspoon prepared peri-peri seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon rapeseed oil
For the citrus dressing:
  • Zest and juice of ½ small lemon
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon freshly chopped parsley (optional)
For the spicy rice:
  • 25g frozen peas
  • 50g canned sweetcorn and red peppers in water, drained
  • 1 x 250g pack wholegrain golden vegetable microwave rice pouch
To serve:
  • 60g tenderstem broccoli, trimmed and steamed
To garnish:
  • Small handful freshly chopped red chillies

Method
 

  1. Add ½ teaspoon of the peri-peri seasoning and oil to a small bowl, stir together to combine and brush over the lamb leg steak on both sides.
  2. For the citrus dressing, combine all the ingredients in a bowl, lightly whisk together and set aside.
  3. For the spicy rice, put the frozen and canned vegetables into a heatproof bowl.  Cover with boiling water and set aside until required. 
  4. Heat a non-stick griddle or frying pan over moderate heat until hot. Add the lamb and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until any meat juices run clear. Transfer to a warm plate to rest for 2-3 minutes. 
  5. Microwave the golden rice according to the packet instructions. Transfer 125g of the hot rice to a warmed bowl, drain the frozen vegetables and gently stir through the rice with ¼ or ½ teaspoon of the remaining peri-peri seasoning, to taste. 
  6. Slice the lamb and arrange in the bowl with the spicy rice and the steamed broccoli.  Finish with a drizzle of the citrus dressing and fresh chillies before serving.

Nutrition

Energy: 405kcalFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4.4gCarbs: 38gSugar: 5.8gFibre: 8.1gProtein: 28gSalt: 0.73g

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