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Cajun Beef Dirty Rice Bowl - Spicy & Flavorful Dinner!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A bold and flavorful Cajun-inspired dish combining seasoned ground beef, colorful peppers, and fluffy rice for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 diced celery stalk
  • 1 diced green bell pepper
  • 1 diced red bell pepper
  • 1 diced yellow bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Hot sauce (optional) Hot sauce (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions 

  • Dice onion, celery, and peppers; mince garlic; measure ingredients.
  • Brown ground beef in a large pot; drain excess fat.
  • Add vegetables and garlic; sauté until softened. Stir in Cajun seasoning, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Mix in rice and beef broth; bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 18-20 minutes.
  • Rest for 5-10 minutes, then fluff rice and stir in fresh herbs. Serve with hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Adjust hot sauce to taste for extra spice.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Keyword: Beef, rice, Spicy