Description
Spicy Texas Hash delivers a hearty one-skillet comfort meal blending robust ground beef, zesty tomatoes, and bold Southwestern flavors. Savory peppers and onions mingle with perfectly seasoned meat, creating a satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pantry and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 (15-ounce/425 grams) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup water or beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F if opting for a baked presentation.
- In a large skillet, sauté ground beef with onions, green bell peppers, and celery over medium-high heat until meat browns and vegetables soften, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, releasing its aromatic essence. Sprinkle chili powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Introduce diced tomatoes with their juice, uncooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, and broth into the skillet. Thoroughly blend all components.
- Elevate the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice becomes tender and liquid substantially reduces.
- For a crispy top variation, transfer the skillet contents to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- During the final 5 minutes of cooking, optionally scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the surface, allowing it to melt and create a golden, bubbling crust.
- Remove from heat, gently fluff the rice, and serve immediately. Complement with cornbread or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Customize meat options by swapping ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for healthier alternatives.
- Boost vegetable content by adding extra chopped vegetables like zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms to increase nutritional value.
- Control spice levels by adjusting chili powder quantity or using mild/hot variants depending on personal heat preferences.
- Make it gluten-free by ensuring Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free and using certified gluten-free rice.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg