Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that's easy to prepare?
Our rice and ground beef recipe is the perfect choice.
Combining savory ground beef with fluffy rice, tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and a rich blend of spices, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Enjoy a comforting and satisfying dinner with minimal effort!
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This rice and ground beef dish is a wonderful blend of simple ingredients that come together to create a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ground beef, a versatile and protein-packed ingredient, forms the base of this dish, providing a rich and savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the fluffy, tender rice.
We start by browning the ground beef with a bit of garlic, which infuses the dish with a warm, aromatic base.
Adding diced potatoes and carrots not only boosts the nutritional value but also brings a lovely mix of textures and a hint of sweetness.
The potatoes become wonderfully soft and buttery, while the carrots add a delightful crunch.
To deepen the flavor, we incorporate Worcestershire sauce, which adds a tangy, umami-rich depth that complements the beef perfectly.
Canned tomatoes provide a burst of freshness and a slight acidity, balancing out the richness of the beef and potatoes.
To ensure the dish is perfectly seasoned and moist, we cook everything in a flavorful stock, allowing the rice to absorb all the delicious flavors as it cooks to perfection.
As a finishing touch, a generous sprinkling of cheese melts through the dish, adding a creamy, indulgent layer that ties all the ingredients together.
The result is a comforting, satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
This rice and ground beef recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile. You can customize it to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spices.
Whether you're feeding a hungry family or looking for a meal to impress your guests, this dish is sure to be a hit.
Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with a simple salad for a complete, balanced dinner.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This rice and ground beef is simple and quick to prepare.
- Budget-friendly ingredients.
- This beef rice bowl is high in protein.
- Versatile flavor options.
- This rice and ground beef recipe is family-friendly comfort food.
Cost To Make
Estimated cost = $6.75 or $1.68 a serve
Ingredients
Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.
- Basmati Rice
- Water
- Neutral Flavored Oil: Such as vegetable oil.
- Brown Onion: Finely chopped.
- Potatoes: Diced.
- Carrot: Diced.
- Minced Garlic
- Ground Beef (Hamburger Meat/Minced Beef)
- Salt and Pepper
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Canned Diced Tomatoes
- Stock of Choice: Such as vegetable stock, chicken stock, or you could just use water.
- Cheese: Such as mozzarella or cheddar.
Instructions
This recipe for rice and ground beef serves 4. The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you need to make.
For the Rice
Step One: Rinse the basmati rice in room temperature water until the water runs clear. (see note 1). 2. Completely drain off all water and place in a medium sized saucepan.
Step Two: Next, add the water. Make sure the rice sits flat along the bottom. Place saucepan over medium to high heat and bring to boil.
Step Three: Once at a boil, stir the rice. Then reduce heat to bring it to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 25 minutes.
Step Four: Once cooked, turn off heat and allow the rice to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff the rice.
For the Beef
Step One: Heat oil in a medium to large sized saucepan over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the brown onion, diced potatoes and carrots.
Fry for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened slightly.
Step Two: Add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute.
Step Three: Add the ground beef, breaking it up into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to fry until the beef has turned brown and is cooked.
If you find your ingredients are sticking to your pan or are starting to burn, reduce the heat slightly and add a splash of water. Then scrap off any ingredients which may be sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Step Four: Next, mix through the Worcestershire sauce, canned tomato, stock of choice, and cheese. Bring liquid to a boil.
Step Five: Once at a boil, reduce heat to low and keep liquid at a simmer. Simmer for at least 5 - 10 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened slightly.
Check the potatoes with a fork to see they have softened.
You don't want to overcook your potatoes otherwise they will become mashed.
Turn off heat. Serve with rice.
Substitutions / Variations
Here are some variations for thisrice and ground beef recipe you might like to try:
- Mix in black beans and corn.
- Use taco seasoning and top with cheese.
- Incorporate spinach and mushrooms.
- Add a splash of soy sauce and ginger.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some ways you might like to serve this recipe for ground beef and rice:
- Serve with a side salad.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream and salsa.
- Stuff into bell peppers and bake.
- Use as a filling for burritos.
- Pair with steamed broccoli.
Storage
Store leftovers of this rice and ground beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until thoroughly warmed.
What rice is used for what?
Ever wondered which might be the best rice to use for a dish you're about to make.
Or maybe you're just curious and want to know more about rice in general.
Why not check out our pages on what is basmati rice and what is jasmine rice.
Helpful Rice Cooking Tips
Want to know how to cook rice or just need a little refresher?
Check out how to easily cook basmati rice, sushi rice, and jasmine rice on the stovetop.
Or, why not check out our recipes on how to make basmati rice, jasmine rice, and sushi rice in the Instant Pot.
Made this recipe? Let us know how it went in the comments below! We'd love to hear how it turned out.
Recipe
Rice and Ground Beef
Ingredients
For the Rice
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams, 15.58 ounces) basmati rice
- 2 ¼ cups (560 grams, 19.75 ounces) water
For the Beef
- 1 tablespoon neutral flavored oil such as vegetable oil
- 1 medium (120 grams, 4.23 ounces) Brown Onion finely chopped
- 1-2 small (220 grams, 7.76 ounces) sized potatoes , diced
- ½ cup (61 grams, 2.20 ounces) carrot, diced
- 1 teaspoon (1-2 cloves) minced garlic
- 500 grams (1 pound) ground beef (hamburger meat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce or to taste
- 400 grams (14 ounces) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups (375 ml/grams, 13 ounces) stock of choice, e.g. vegetable stock or chicken stock
- ¼ cup (63 grams, 2.22 ounces) cheese e.g. mozzarella, or cheddar
Instructions
For the Rice
- Rinse the basmati rice in room temperature water until the water runs clear. (see note 1). 2. Completely drain off all water and place in a medium sized saucepan.
- Next, add the water. Make sure the rice sits flat along the bottom. Place saucepan over medium to high heat and bring to boil.
- Once at a boil, stir the rice. Then reduce heat to bring it to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 25 minutes.
- Once cooked, turn off heat and allow the rice to rest for 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff the rice.
For the Beef
- Heat oil in a medium to large sized saucepan over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the brown onion, diced potatoes and carrots. Fry for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened slightly.
- Add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to fry until the beef has turned brown and is cooked. (see note 1).
- Next, mix through the Worcestershire sauce, canned tomato, stock of choice, and cheese. Bring liquid to a boil.
- Once at a boil, reduce heat to low and keep liquid at a simmer. Simmer for at least 5 - 10 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened slightly. Check the potatoes with a fork to see they have softened. (see note 2). Turn off heat. Serve with rice.
Notes
- If you find your ingredients are sticking to your pan or are starting to burn, reduce the heat slightly and add a splash of water. Then scrap off any ingredients which may be sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- You don't want to overcook your potatoes otherwise they will become mashed.
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