Description
Beef Dirty Rice is a heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of Southern cooking. This one-pan wonder features spiced ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy long-grain rice, all simmered together for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its bold flavors enhanced by Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, this dish is a crowd-pleaser whether you’re hosting family or prepping meals for the week. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or spices, Beef Dirty Rice not only satisfies cravings but also brings a delightful taste of Creole cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground beef for 5–7 minutes.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in uncooked rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, and black pepper; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 18–20 minutes.
- Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked sausage or shrimp. Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing Cajun seasoning according to your taste. Beef Dirty Rice can be served as a standalone meal or paired with fresh herbs or hot sauce for an extra kick.