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Dirty Rice

This Dirty Rice recipe offers a hearty mix of ground meats and aromatic vegetables, making it a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal. It’s budget-friendly and easy to prepare, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ pound ground pork
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 ½ cups long grain white rice
  • 24 oz beef broth
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Green onion, sliced, for optional garnish

Instructions

  • Brown the ground pork and ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat and drain the grease.
  • Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery; cook until softened.
  • Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook briefly.
  • Mix in rice, beef broth, and thyme; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning and serve, garnished with green onion if desired.

Notes

Ensure the meat is well browned for best flavor.
Feel free to adjust the Cajun seasoning based on your spice tolerance.
Use fresh garlic for enhanced taste.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 20
  • Cholesterol: 70