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Rice and Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful one-pot dish combining tender beef, colorful vegetables, and rice, perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1.5 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups tomatoes (diced)
  • 2 cups bell peppers (diced) (green, red, yellow, orange)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 0.5 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp salt (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp black pepper (to taste)

Grains

  • 3 cups rice
  • 4.5 cups chicken stock

Instructions 

  • Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic and cook briefly.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Stir in bell peppers, tomatoes, ginger, tomato paste, and spices; cook for a few minutes.
  • Add rice, chicken stock, and bay leaves; bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  • Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: international
Keyword: beef, Rice, Vegetables