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Rice and Ground Beef

You just have to try this rice and ground beef recipe. It's perfect for lunch or dinner any time of year. And it's great for meal prep too!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 serves
Calories: 333 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Rice
  • 1 ½ cups (300 grams, 15.58 ounces) basmati rice
  • 2 ¼ cups (560 grams, 19.75 ounces) water
For the Beef
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral flavored oil such as vegetable oil
  • 1 medium (120 grams, 4.23 ounces) Brown Onion finely chopped
  • 1-2 small (220 grams, 7.76 ounces) sized potatoes , diced
  • ½ cup (61 grams, 2.20 ounces) carrot, diced
  • 1 teaspoon (1-2 cloves) minced garlic
  • 500 grams (1 pound) ground beef (hamburger meat)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce  or to taste
  • 400 grams (14 ounces) canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cups (375 ml/grams, 13 ounces) stock of choice, e.g. vegetable stock or chicken stock
  • ¼ cup (63 grams, 2.22 ounces) cheese e.g. mozzarella, or cheddar

Instructions

For the Rice
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  1. Rinse the basmati rice in room temperature water until the water runs clear. (see note 1). 2. Completely drain off all water and place in a medium sized saucepan.
  2. Next, add the water. Make sure the rice sits flat along the bottom. Place saucepan over medium to high heat and bring to boil.
  3. Once at a boil, stir the rice. Then reduce heat to bring it to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 25 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, turn off heat and allow the rice to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff the rice.
For the Beef
  1. Heat oil in a medium to large sized saucepan over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the brown onion, diced potatoes and carrots. Fry for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened slightly.
  2. Add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it up into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to fry until the beef has turned brown and is cooked. (see note 1).
  4. Next, mix through the Worcestershire sauce, canned tomato, stock of choice, and cheese. Bring liquid to a boil.
  5. Once at a boil, reduce heat to low and keep liquid at a simmer. Simmer for at least 5 – 10 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened slightly. Check the potatoes with a fork to see they have softened. (see note 2). Turn off heat. Serve with rice.

Notes

  • If you find your ingredients are sticking to your pan or are starting to burn, reduce the heat slightly and add a splash of water. Then scrap off any ingredients which may be sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • You don’t want to overcook your potatoes otherwise they will become mashed.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serve Calories 333kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 81mg (27%) Sodium 430mg (18%) Potassium 328mg (9%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4serves

Amount Per Serving

Calories 333

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serve
Calories 333kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 81mg 27%
Sodium 430mg 18%
Potassium 328mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.