Popeys Cajun Rice Copycat (Print Version)
Cajun-style rice dish simmered with ground beef, peppers, and bold Louisiana-inspired flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 cups long grain white rice
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
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1/2 cup diced yellow onion
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4 cups beef broth
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon celery seed
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# Steps:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef together with diced onion and bell pepper until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are softened. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, celery seed, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices among the mixture.
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Pour beef broth into the skillet and increase the heat to bring the liquid to a boil.
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Stir in the long grain rice. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly with a lid, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat. Fluff rice with a fork and taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
# Notes:
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For added authenticity, substitute a portion of the ground beef with finely chopped chicken gizzards as traditionally used in Cajun-style rice.