Description
Dirty rice with ground beef is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory flavors and hearty textures into a dish that warms both the stomach and soul. This easy-to-make recipe features tender ground beef and aromatic spices, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and flavor. Experience the joy of sharing this delightful meal with family and friends—it’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 1 cup sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Push the veggies aside and add the ground beef; cook until browned (about 7 minutes), breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add rinsed rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice gently with a fork and fold in chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg