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Dirty Rice with Ground Beef

Savory Dirty Rice with Ground Beef for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a comforting and budget-friendly Dirty Rice with Ground Beef, a delicious blend of rice, beef, and vegetables that's perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Long-grain White Rice rinsed
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper diced, any color
  • 1 stalk Celery diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For Zesty Seasoning
  • to taste Cajun or Creole Seasoning

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet with a splash of oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  2. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, then add Cajun or Creole seasoning.
  4. Add the rinsed rice and stir until well combined.
  5. Pour in water or broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, let sit for a few minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Rinse rice to avoid mushiness and let the dish rest for enhanced flavors.

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