Description
Hearty dish blending tender beef with fluffy jasmine rice in a savory tomato-based sauce, customizable for personal tastes and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Ground beef (1.5 lbs, 80% lean)
Jasmine rice (2 cups)
Onion (1 medium)
Garlic (3 cloves)
Tomato paste (2 tbsp)
Vegetable broth (2 cups)
Bay leaf (1)
Instructions
Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear
Dice onion into 1/4-inch pieces, mince garlic
Heat vegetable broth in saucepan to simmer
Render fat from beef in skillet over medium-high heat
Add onions to deglaze pan with broth, sauté 2 minutes
Stir in garlic until fragrant, 30 seconds
Increase heat to medium, cook beef to desired doneness
Stir in tomato paste to create rich red sauce base
Combine cooked rice with beef-sauce mixture
Fold gently for even flavor distribution
Let rest 5 minutes before portioning
Notes
Use halal-certified or grass-fed beef for authenticity
Substitute with brown rice or wild rice for fiber
Add 1 tsp soy sauce during searing for deeper browning
Skip bay leaf if dietary restrictions apply
Enhance with taco seasoning or herbs like cumin and coriander
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Contemporary