Ingredients for Popeye's Cajun Rice Copycat
- Lean Ground Beef
- Green Bell Pepper
- Green Onion
- Garlic Powder
- Dried Celery Flakes
- Cajun Seasoning
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Cooked Long Grain Rice
- Water
- Black Pepper
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How to Make Popeye's Cajun Rice Copycat
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and 1 medium green bell pepper (chopped) to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the beef is browned and the pepper is softened (about 7-10 minutes).
- Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice, 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), and 2 cups of beef broth.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir halfway through cooking.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
23g
Carbs
15g
