Description
Sizzling Mexican beef and rice delight brings bold spices and hearty flavors to dinner tables with authentic zest. Comfort meets culinary excitement in this simple yet satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15-oz) black beans
- 1 cup sweet corn, canned or frozen
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 yellow pepper, diced
Seasonings, Liquids, and Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup rice (parboiled preferred)
- 1.5 cups broth (or more if needed)
- 1 jar (16-ounces) chunky salsa
Optional Serving Garnishes:
- Shredded cheese
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Chopped tomatoes
- Cilantro
- Avocado
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, sautéing chopped onion until translucent and slightly softened.
- Introduce minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet, thoroughly browning the meat while breaking it into small, uniform crumbles.
- Incorporate vibrant red and yellow peppers, quickly stirring to maintain their crisp texture and bright color.
- Blend tomato paste, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture, allowing the spices to bloom and intensify the overall flavor profile.
- Gently fold in uncooked rice, broth, salsa, black beans, and corn, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed throughout the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Monitor liquid levels during cooking, adding additional broth if the mixture appears too dry or risks burning.
- Once rice reaches perfect tenderness and liquid is absorbed, sprinkle shredded cheese across the surface and cover briefly to create a melted, luxurious topping.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for a moment, allowing flavors to meld and settle before serving with optional garnishes like cilantro, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños.
Notes
- Prep in advance to save time by chopping vegetables and measuring ingredients before starting cooking.
- Brown beef completely to develop rich, deep flavors and prevent raw meat texture.
- Keep extra broth handy to prevent rice from sticking or burning during simmering process.
- Customize toppings like fresh cilantro, sour cream, or diced avocado for personalized touch.
- Choose low-sodium taco seasoning and broth to control overall salt content in the dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight container for up to 3 days, making great next-day lunch option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg