Dirty Rice with Ground Beef (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef
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1 small onion, finely diced
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1 green or red bell pepper, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1.5 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
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3 cups chicken broth
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Green onions, chopped, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. This takes about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet with the browned beef. Sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables soften. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Stir in 1.5 cups of uncooked long-grain white rice, ensuring it is coated in the beef and vegetable mixture. Cook for 1–2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
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Season with smoked paprika, dried thyme, Cajun seasoning, and ground black pepper. Mix evenly, then pour in 3 cups of chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to prevent sticking.
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Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
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Uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot.