I created this recipe during a particularly chaotic week when I needed something substantial yet quick. What started as a refrigerator cleanout became an immediate family favorite that my teenagers now specifically request when they have friends over.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: Provides the hearty protein base; avoid lean varieties for better flavor
- Butter: Adds richness that vegetable oil simply cannot match
- Bell peppers: Both red and green offer sweetness, texture, and visual appeal
- Onion: Creates an aromatic foundation and natural sweetness when caramelized
- Jalapeño: Brings adjustable heat; choose seedless for milder flavor
- Soy sauce: Delivers umami depth and saltiness; choose low sodium if watching salt intake
- Garlic powder: Infuses garlicky flavor without the burnt bits fresh garlic can create
- Rice: Preferably jasmine or medium grain absorbs all the delicious sauce
I created this recipe during a particularly chaotic week when I needed something substantial yet quick. What started as a refrigerator cleanout became an immediate family favorite that my teenagers now specifically request when they have friends over.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: Provides the hearty protein base; avoid lean varieties for better flavor
- Butter: Adds richness that vegetable oil simply cannot match
- Bell peppers: Both red and green offer sweetness, texture, and visual appeal
- Onion: Creates an aromatic foundation and natural sweetness when caramelized
- Jalapeño: Brings adjustable heat; choose seedless for milder flavor
- Soy sauce: Delivers umami depth and saltiness; choose low sodium if watching salt intake
- Garlic powder: Infuses garlicky flavor without the burnt bits fresh garlic can create
- Rice: Preferably jasmine or medium grain absorbs all the delicious sauce
