Beef and Rice with Veggies
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
diced, any type
- 1 red capsicum / bell pepper
diced, large
- 2 garlic cloves
minced
- 500g ground beef
lean, 1 lb
- 2 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp EACH cumin
black pepper
- 1 tsp each onion powder
dried oregano, or other herb of choice
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
optional
- 1 dried bay leaf
- 1 1/4 cups long grain white rice
uncooked, 225g
- 2 cups beef broth
low sodium, 500 ml
- 2 cups diced frozen veggies
I used corn, pea, carrot mix, 300g
- 3 big handfuls baby spinach
or other leafy greens, ~ 90g/3 oz
Directions
- 1
- 2
Heat oil in large pot over high heat. Add onion, capsicum and garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Add beef, cook until brown, breaking it up as you go.
- 4
Add tomato paste, salt, pepper, onion powder, oregano, cumin and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Turn heat down to medium. Add rice and beef broth, mix well. Add frozen veggies and bay leaf, then stir.
- 6
Place lid on, lower heat to medium low so it's simmering gently. Cook for 12 - 15 minutes (might even take longer) until all liquid is absorbed (tilt pot to check). The rice should be just cooked, but will be wet.
- 7
Remove from heat. Quickly toss spinach on top of the rice and put the lid back on. Leave to rest for 10 minutes.
- 8
Fluff rice and mix through wilted spinach with a fork. Adjust salt if desired. Serve!
Beef and Rice with Veggies
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About this Recipe
Looking for a satisfying, all-in-one meal that comes together easily? This Beef and Rice with Veggies recipe delivers comforting flavors reminiscent of a pilaf or even fried rice, perfect for any weeknight.
What makes this dish a standout is its clever combination of seasoned ground beef, long-grain white rice, and a medley of fresh and frozen vegetables, all cooked together. The touch of cayenne pepper adds a gentle warmth without overpowering heat, ensuring a family-friendly flavor profile that's rich in savory spices and aromatic ingredients like onion powder and dried oregano.
Prepare for a hearty, flavorful dish where tender ground beef mingles with perfectly cooked, fluffy long-grain white rice. You'll enjoy the vibrant crunch of bell peppers, the sweetness of a corn, pea, and carrot mix, and the earthy notes from baby spinach, all brought together by a rich, savory beef broth and a blend of aromatic spices like cumin and black pepper. This well-rounded meal offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes, making it incredibly satisfying.
Feel free to get creative with your vegetables. The recipe calls for a convenient corn, pea, and carrot mix, but you could easily swap in other diced frozen blends you enjoy. Similarly, baby spinach adds a fresh touch, but any other tender leafy greens would work beautifully if spinach isn't your preference. The recipe also allows for other herbs of choice instead of oregano, offering flexibility to match your pantry.
This Beef and Rice with Veggies is a complete meal in itself, ideal for busy evenings when you want maximum flavor with minimal fuss. Serve it simply as a comforting main dish that the whole family will appreciate.