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Dirty Rice with Ground Beef - CookTune

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful Cajun-inspired dish combining ground beef, rice, and vegetables for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Meat and grains

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 diced green bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a skillet, sauté vegetables until tender.
  • Add ground beef, cook until browned, then stir in seasonings.
  • Mix in rice, pour in broth, bring to boil, then simmer covered for 20 minutes.
  • Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff rice and garnish with green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Keyword: beef, Cajun, Rice

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 900mg