Description
Dirty rice with ground beef is a comforting and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Southern cooking. The aromatic blend of spices, tender ground beef, and fluffy rice creates a hearty meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this one-pot wonder is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions (chopped for garnish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all ingredients: chop bell peppers, onion, and garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Push veggies to the side and add ground beef; cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional minute.
- Add rinsed rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg