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Dirty Rice with Ground Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful Cajun-inspired dish combining seasoned ground beef with rice and vegetables for a hearty, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

ground beef

  • 1 pound ground beef

vegetables

  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 diced bell pepper, diced

garlic

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

rice

  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice

broth

  • 3 cups chicken broth

seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

green onions

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Remove excess fat.
  • Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until softened.
  • Stir in seasonings, cook for 1 minute.
  • Add rice, stir to coat, then pour in broth. Simmer covered for 20-25 minutes.
  • Let sit 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Keyword: Beef, Rice