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Budget Beef And Rice One Pot Easy Fluffy Family Under $10

Budget Beef And Rice One Pot Easy Fluffy Family Under $10

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Diet: protein-packed

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 or 85/15 for flavor)
  • 1.5 cups Long Grain White Rice (rinsed)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 3 cups Beef Broth (or water with beef bouillon)
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil (if needed)
  • Fresh Parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Browning and Aromatics – Set a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned and crumbly, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as you go. If there is excessive grease, drain all but one tablespoon. Add the diced onions to the beef and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  2. Step 2: Toasting the Rice and Seasoning – Add the rinsed white rice directly into the pot with the beef mixture. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to “toast” the rice grains; this step is crucial for achieving that fluffy texture and preventing the rice from becoming mushy. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the soy sauce and stir to coat every grain of rice and piece of beef with the seasonings.
  3. Step 3: The Simmer – Pour the beef broth over the mixture and stir once to combine. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Let it simmer undisturbed for 15 to 18 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the steam is what cooks the rice perfectly.
  4. Step 4: The Fluff and Finish – Once the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender, remove the pot from the heat. Quickly lift the lid, scatter the frozen peas and carrots over the top, and immediately replace the lid. Let the pot sit off the heat for 5 minutes; the residual steam will perfectly cook the frozen vegetables. Finally, remove the lid, fluff the mixture gently with a fork to combine the vegetables, and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve hot.
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes

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