Dirty Rice with Ground Beef Recipe

Dirty Rice with Ground Beef Recipe

from betterhomebase.com
35 min

This Dirty Rice with Ground Beef recipe is easy to prepare and packed with savory flavors from the seasoned ground beef and aromatic vegetables.It's perfect for a hearty weeknight meal or for entertaining guests with a taste of classic Southern comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb 450g ground beef
  • 1 cup white rice (long grain or jasmine)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions (thinly sliced (for garnish))
  • Fresh parsley (chopped (for garnish))

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook Rice:Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork.

  2. 2

    Brown Ground Beef:In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Sauté Vegetables:Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Season:Season the mixture with paprika, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

  5. 5

    Combine Rice:Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the ground beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the seasoned mixture.

  6. 6

    Adjust Seasoning:Taste the dirty rice and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper according to your preference.

  7. 7

    Serve:Transfer the dirty rice with ground beef to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.

  8. 8

    Enjoy:Serve the dirty rice hot as a flavorful main dish or side dish. Enjoy!