It’s time to dust off your beads, bring out the masks, and make sure you have an empty stomach because it’s time for Mardi Gras! A big part of the fun is the food that’s so famous and delicious. Everything from gumbo all the way to king cake, there are numerous ways to celebrate the cuisine.
Mardi Gras is known to have some amazing food and you can make your own festivities with your Full Cart box. We definitely love some Red Lentil Jambalaya year round, but during Mardi Gras it becomes a staple in our meals. Here are 3 amazing recipes for some Mardi Gras inspired meals using our Red Lentil Jambalaya.
Bases: When adding a base, be sure to substitute half of the water in the cooking instructions for the chosen base.
- Coconut milk
- Chicken broth
- Tomato sauce
Seasonings: Add a teaspoon of whichever seasoning you’d like to give your Red Lentil Jambalaya an extra kick!
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Cumin
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
Protein: Choose one, none, or any combination of the following protein for extra nutrition.
- Chicken
- Sausage
- Shrimp
- Egg