Savory Beef Dirty Rice (Print Version)
Flavorful ground beef and rice with Cajun spices, peppers, and celery for a warming, one-pan meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1.5 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
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3 cups chicken broth
→ Vegetables
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1 green or red bell pepper, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1 small onion, finely diced
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Chopped green onions for topping, optional
→ Seasonings and Oils
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
# Steps:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fully browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the browned beef. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until vegetables are softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
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Stir uncooked long-grain white rice into the pan, ensuring rice is coated with oil and combined with meat and vegetables. Toast for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Sprinkle smoked paprika, dried thyme, Cajun seasoning, and ground black pepper over the mixture. Pour in chicken broth, increase heat to bring to a boil, and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet tightly, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid. Remove from heat and allow it to rest, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
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Remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot.
# Notes:
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For a classic finish, avoid uncovering the skillet during cooking to ensure the rice cooks evenly.