Dirty Rice with Ground Beef
Indulge in the rich and flavorful world of Cajun cuisine with this delightful Dirty Rice with Ground Beef. This one-pot wonder combines seasoned ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and fluffy rice, all enhanced with a blend of Cajun spices. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare in just 40 minutes. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh green onions, and enjoy the comforting flavors that make this meal a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Add Cajun seasoning, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
- Mix in the rice until well coated with seasonings.
- Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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