One Pot Beef and Rice

Ingredients 🛒

For the Beef & Rice:

• 1 lb beef chunks (stew meat or cubed beef)

• 2 cups basmati or long-grain rice (washed & drained)

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 2 small potatoes, diced

• 1 green bell pepper (or jalapeno), chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 10 small tomatoes (halved)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 1/2 cups beef broth

• 1/2 cup water

Seasonings:

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1/2 tbsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tbsp allspice

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp curry powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tbsp 7-spice blend

• 1/2 tbsp mixed spices (or extra allspice/cinnamon)

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses

• 1 bay leaf

Instructions 🧑‍🍳

• Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Season beef with salt and black pepper and sear until browned on all sides (don't fully cook). Remove and set aside.

• Place halved tomatoes, cut-side down, in the same pot. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until softened. Peel off tomato skins (if desired) and mash everything into a sauce.

• Stir in cumin, allspice, paprika, curry powder, garlic powder, 7-spice blend, mixed spices, and red pepper flakes. Cook for one minute until fragrant.

• Add diced potatoes and 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.

• Stir in the rice and browned beef chunks. Pour in beef broth. pomegranate molasses, and add a bay leaf.

• Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

• Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

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Calories (Per serving)

Approx. 500 calories per serving (based on 6 servings)...

How To Serve 🍴

• Garnish with fresh parsley, mint, or toasted pine nuts.

• Pair with a side of cucumber yogurt sauce or flatbread.

• Serve with a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Ingredient Modifications & Susbtitutions

• Replace beef chunks with lamb or chicken for a twist.

• Use sweet potatoes instead for an extra sweet flavor.

• If pomegranate molasses is unavailable, use a splash of balsamic glaze or a combination of lemon juice and honey.

• Add extra veggies like zucchini, carrots, or peas for more texture.

• Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes or less chili.