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Dirty Rice with Ground Beef

Savory Dirty Rice with Ground Beef for a Hearty Home Meal

This Dirty Rice with Ground Beef is a comforting dish perfect for hearty weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-grain rice This staple provides the perfect texture.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Using broth instead of water intensifies taste.
For the Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb Ground beef Feel free to use leaner cuts.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced for natural sweetness.
  • 1 medium Bell pepper Adds color and crunch.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for aroma.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Opt for smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper Enhances overall profile.
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Or replaced with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
Optional Variations
  • 1 cup Cooked sausage or shrimp For extra flavor.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and seasonings; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose fresh vegetables and high-quality ground beef for the best flavor. Measure broth carefully to avoid mushy rice. Adjust spices to taste.

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