Cajun Dirty Rice Dish (Print Version)
A spicy blend of beef, vegetables, and Cajun seasoning cooked with white rice for a robust main course.
# Ingredients:
Meat and Oils
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1 pound ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
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1 cup diced yellow onion
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1 bell pepper, diced
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1 celery stalk, diced
Seasonings and Thickeners
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Grains
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5 cups cooked white rice
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
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Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until no pink remains. Drain all but approximately 4 tablespoons of fat from the pan.
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Stir in tomato paste, then season with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Cook the roux for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
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Add the cooked white rice to the skillet and stir until all ingredients are evenly combined. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Use freshly cooked rice for optimal texture and flavor.