Description
A flavorful and hearty Dirty Rice dish made with ground beef, vegetables, and seasoned rice, creating a bold and savory meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast it, enhancing the flavor.
- Sprinkle in smoked paprika, dried thyme, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and color. Serve hot and enjoy this bold and flavorful dish!
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- If you prefer a milder version, you can omit the Cajun seasoning or use a mild seasoning mix.
- For added flavor, you can also mix in some cooked sausage along with the ground beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg