Cajun Rice
Cajun rice is a one-skillet Louisiana-inspired dish combining seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and long-grain rice simmered until the liquid absorbs and flavors meld, ready in under 40 minutes.
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Cajun rice is a one-skillet Louisiana-inspired dish combining seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and long-grain rice simmered until the liquid absorbs and flavors meld, ready in under 40 minutes.
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In a skillet, combine the ground beef and green pepper and cook over medium-high heat until the beef loses its pink color and the pepper is soft.
Pour off the excess fat and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Add the remaining ingredients, then stir and cook together until the ground beef is completely cooked and the liquid is absorbed, 25 to 35 minutes.
Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water if needed.
Yes. Prepare through step 1, then refrigerate the cooked beef mixture up to 24 hours. Reheat gently, add remaining ingredients, and simmer 25–35 minutes until liquid absorbs.
Start with the recipe as written (1 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes). For more heat, increase Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes incrementally to taste.
If too wet, uncover and simmer another 5 minutes. If too dry, stir in 1–2 tablespoons water and heat through. Timing varies by rice moisture and skillet size.
Long-grain rice is ideal for texture. Medium-grain works but may absorb water differently; adjust the 1/4–1/3 cup water as needed and watch for doneness.
