Ingredients for Beef Rice Peas And Carrots One Dish Meal
- Ground Round
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Frozen Peas And Carrot
- 1 cup minute rice (or 1 cup regular long-grain rice)
- 2 1/2 cups water (or broth) + 1/2 cup extra as needed
How to Make Beef Rice Peas And Carrots One Dish Meal
- Dice 1 medium onion.
- In a medium-sized pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the diced onion and cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened (about 5-7 minutes). If using fatty beef, drain off any excess grease before proceeding.
- Add 1 cup of frozen peas, 1 cup of frozen carrots, and 2 1/2 cups of water (or broth for extra flavor) to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Stir in 1 cup of minute rice. If using regular long-grain rice, use 2 cups of water or broth instead of 2 1/2 cups and simmer for an additional 7 minutes (total simmer time approximately 12 minutes).
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes (or 12-14 minutes for regular rice), or until the rice and vegetables are tender and the liquid is absorbed. If needed, add an additional 1/2 cup of water during simmering to prevent dryness.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste just before serving.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
29g
Carbs
12g
