Vegetable Jambalaya

A low-protein recipe for kids and adults with PKU — from the Resource Mothers Handbook

1 Tbl (15 gm) olive oil
1½ tsp dried thyme
¾ cup (126 gm) onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
3 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
2 green onions, trimmed, sliced
pinch of mace
1 tsp paprika

Add all above ingredients to a nonstick saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally for 8-10 minutes.   Then add: 4 cups vegetable broth, 1-14 oz. can diced tomatoes or 2-10 oz. cans diced tomatoes, and green chilies, and 1 shredded carrot.  Simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes.   Add 3 cups cooked low protein rice.  Remove bay leaf and discard.  Yield: 6 servings.

Total Phe per recipe: 217 mg
Total Phe per serving: 36 mg