Mexican Style Beef with Rice
A comforting Mexican-inspired dish featuring spiced beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served with fluffy seasoned rice. Simple, satisfying, and packed with bold flavour.
Ingredients
For the Mexican Style Beef
- 500g beef mince
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 400g chopped tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Rice
- 200g long-grain rice
- 400ml chicken or beef stock
- Salt, to taste
To Serve
- Fresh coriander
- Sour cream or yogurt (optional)
- Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
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Step 1
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Beef
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Step 3
Add the onion and cook until soft.
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Step 4
Stir in the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chilli powder, and oregano.
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Step 5
Add the beef mince and cook until browned.
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Step 6
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and tomato purée.
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Step 7
Season to taste and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rich and thick.
Prepare the Rice
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Step 8
Rinse the rice under cold water.
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Step 9
Place in a saucepan with the stock and salt.
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Step 10
Bring to the boil, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until tender.
Serve
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Step 11
Spoon the Mexican-style beef over the rice.
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Step 12
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with sour cream and lime wedges if desired.
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