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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

Savory Ground Beef and Rice Skillet for Busy Weeknights

This Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a hearty one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use 80/20 for richness
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Brown rice can be used with adjusted cooking times
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves are ideal
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Can swap with zucchini or other veggies
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Diced tomatoes can be a twist
  • 1 tbsp Spices e.g., cumin, paprika
  • 2 tbsp Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Quality varies between brands
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger Powdered ginger is a convenient substitute
Optional Toppings
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, cilantro
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Ground Beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until no longer pink.
  2. Add diced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in long-grain rice and spices for 1-2 minutes until well-coated.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce and soy sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for another minute.
  5. Add water, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Fluff the mixture gently with a fork, let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Experiment with spices and vegetables according to your taste preferences.

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