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Beef Pepper Rice Bowl in Skillet

Beef Pepper Rice Bowl

Delicious one-skillet dinner combining savory ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and fluffy jasmine rice cooked in flavorful broth
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 85% lean recommended
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 bell peppers any color, sliced into thin strips
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice rinsed
  • 2 cups beef broth low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika works great
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large 12-inch skillet
  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Combine 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice with 2 cups beef broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover tightly with lid, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. While rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent and slightly golden at the edges.
  3. Add 1 pound ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula into small crumbles. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until no pink remains and beef reaches 160°F internal temperature. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for 3 minutes until they start to soften. Add minced garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  5. Add cooked jasmine rice to skillet along with soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, paprika, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed and heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Spoon mixture into serving bowls and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

For best results, use 85% lean ground beef and fresh bell peppers. Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth to prevent drying. This dish works great as lettuce wraps or burrito filling too.