Description
The Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender ground beef with colorful bell peppers and a kick of jalapeño. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy families, offering both flavor and nutrition. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying bowl that can be served over rice or enjoyed in wraps. Customize it with your favorite toppings and make it as spicy or mild as you prefer. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium optional)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the diced onion, green and red bell peppers, and jalapeño in butter over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve the mixture over cooked rice for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg