Dirty Rice
Dirty Rice is a classic Southern dish that brings the warmth of family gatherings to your table. This hearty recipe features long-grain rice, seasoned ground meat, and vibrant vegetables, offering a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, Dirty Rice is customizable and sure to impress your guests with every savory bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, bell peppers, and garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground meat to the skillet; cook until browned (about 7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in the rice until well combined; pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice absorbs the broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of store-bought broth. Feel free to substitute ground meat with shrimp or sausage based on preference. Adjust Cajun seasoning to suit your spice tolerance.