Description
Indulge in a flavorful culinary adventure with this delectable Ground Beef Dirty Rice recipe. Bursting with savory goodness, this dish features tender ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of tantalizing spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering, this recipe promises to satisfy even the most discerning palates.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper, to taste
Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, then drain any excess fat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in rice, beef broth, paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.
- Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based protein of your choice.
Adjust spice levels according to taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
Keywords: Ground Beef Dirty Rice, Cajun rice recipe, Creole rice dish, easy dinner recipe, one-pot meal, savory rice dish, weeknight dinner idea
