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Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

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  • Author: Michael William
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A flavorful and hearty Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl that combines ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and rice, all cooked in a savory broth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet.
  3. Break up the beef with a spoon or spatula and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and fully cooked.
  4. Remove any excess fat from the skillet and set the cooked beef aside on a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
  6. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  7. Add the diced red bell pepper and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers start to soften.
  8. While the peppers are cooking, rinse the 1 cup of uncooked rice under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  9. Add the rinsed rice to the skillet with the vegetables and stir to combine.
  10. Pour in the 2 cups of beef broth and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, stirring to mix everything evenly.
  11. Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  12. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  13. Once the mixture starts to simmer, cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  14. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to firm up.
  15. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
  16. Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and stir it into the rice and vegetable mixture.
  17. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro and 1 tablespoon of lime juice to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
  18. Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired.
  19. Serve the beef and pepper rice bowl hot, garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges if preferred.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or zucchini for added nutrition.
  • This dish can be meal prepped and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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