Easy Dirty Rice Recipe: A One-Pot Southern Classic

Equipment

• Dutch Oven Pot
• Cooking spoon
• Chopping board
• Chopping knife
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked rice. I use long-grain basmati
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 450g ground beef
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/2 cup coconut milk (optional)
• 1 cup diced bell pepper (mixed)
• 2 medium red chillies, halved, (optional)
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste

How to make Dirty Rice

1. First, you will add the oil and ground beef to a large pan over medium heat then cook until browned
2. Next, add the minced garlic and ginger and continue to cook
3. You will then add the chopped onions, red chilli, and spices and stir well to combine
4. Add the bell peppers and mix well. Remove and set aside on a plate
5. In the same pot, add water, coconut milk (if using) and butter and bring to a boil. Add the rice
6. Reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
7. Return cooked meat to the pot and gently mix to incorporate. Cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes
8. Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped scallions (optional).

Easy Dirty Rice Recipe

Classic, flavourful and filling Louisiana recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, parties and special occasions.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 644 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup rice uncooked
• 1.25 cup water
• 1 tbsp butter
• 450 g ground beef
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tsp ginger minced
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/2 cup coconut milk optional
• 1 cup bell peppers mixed, diced
• 2 medium red chillis halved, optional
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste

Instructions

 

• Add oil and the ground beef to a large pan over medium heat then cook until browned
• Add the minced garlic and ginger and continue to cook
• Add the chopped onions, red chilli, and spices and stir well to combine
• Add in the bell peppers and mix well. Remove and set aside
• In the same pot, add water, coconut milk (if using) and butter and bring to a boil. Add the rice
• Reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Return cooked meat back to the pot and gently mix to incorporate. Cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes
• Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped scallions (optional).

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Notes

Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 644kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 25gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2468IUVitamin C: 84mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 5mg

Keyword Easy, Ground Beef, One-Pot Meals, Rice

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Tips and Variations

• Use leftover cooked meat or vegetables to add flavour and texture.
• Add chopped sausages, bacon, or ham or all for added flavour
• Chop all the vegetables ahead of time and store them in the fridge the night before or a few hours before cooking to lessen the cooking time
• Add diced tomatoes or tomato paste for extra flavour.
• Use different types of peppers, such as jalapeños or Anaheim peppers.
• Add beans or lentils for added protein

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