Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to a plate. Season with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning.
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In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
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Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and the long-grain white rice. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes (with their juices). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and stir everything together.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
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Remove from heat and let it stand for 5 minutes with the lid on.
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Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions.
Enjoy the bold and spicy flavors of this Cajun-inspired beef and rice dish for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
