When I make rice with german sausage like this, there’s nothing left.

German sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add sliced German sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add rice, bay leaf, and paprika; stir to combine.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Cover and reduce heat; simmer until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in peas and diced carrots; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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