Beef and Garlic Herb Rice Fragrant and Cozy

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Beef and Garlic Herb Rice Recipe is a delicious and satisfying dish that makes for an easy dinner recipe. Combining ground beef with fragrant herbs and fluffy rice, it produces a meal that pleases the whole family.

It’s a straightforward recipe that can be prepared in one pot, making cleanup a breeze. You can modify it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to enhance the flavors.

Quick and Flavorful Beef and Garlic Herb Rice

This ground beef recipe features tender beef cooked with garlic and a blend of herbs, served over perfectly cooked rice. The total time for preparation and cooking is approximately 30 minutes, and it serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 cups rice (brown or white)
4 cups beef broth or water
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Add Herbs and Rice: Stir in the oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Add the rice, stirring to coat it with the beef and herbs.
Simmer: Pour in the beef broth or water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

Fluff and Serve: Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.