Description
This Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl is a quick and flavorful one-bowl meal that combines tender ground beef with colorful bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños in a savory soy sauce-based seasoning. Serve it over steaming hot rice for a satisfying and hearty dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium optional)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- Optional: Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
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Melt Butter:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
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Sauté Vegetables:
- Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
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Cook Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat for a leaner dish.
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Season the Mixture:
- Stir in the soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve Over Rice:
- Serve the beef and pepper mixture over cooked rice, if desired, for a complete and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For extra spice, leave the seeds in the jalapeño or add red pepper flakes.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter protein choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (including rice)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg