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Instant Pot Mexican Style Beef and Rice Recipe

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This Instant Pot Mexican Style Beef and Rice is a hearty, flavorful one-pot meal combining ground beef, aromatic spices, colorful bell peppers, and jasmine rice. Cooked quickly under pressure, this dish is packed with Mexican-inspired flavors and topped with melty cheddar and mozzarella cheese for a comforting and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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Meat and Oils

  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Ground Beef

Spices

  • 2 tsp. Dried Oregano
  • 2 tsp. Ground Cumin
  • 2 tsp. Ground Coriander
  • 2 tsp. Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp. Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 Orange Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 – 6 ounce can Tomato Paste
  • 1 – 14.5 ounce can Corn (drained)

Grains

  • 1 1/2 cups Jasmine Rice

Liquids

  • 3 cups Chicken Broth

Cheese

  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Beef: Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it’s almost fully browned.
  2. Add Spices and Vegetables: Sprinkle in the dried oregano, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine with the beef. Next, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and both red and orange bell peppers. Continue cooking for about 4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Add Tomato Paste, Corn, and Broth: Stir in the tomato paste and canned corn to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and mix everything thoroughly. Then, spread the jasmine rice evenly over the mixture, but avoid stirring to prevent the rice from sticking or burning at the base.
  4. Pressure Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set it to manual pressure cook for 18 minutes.
  5. Slow Release Pressure: After cooking completes, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release steam and pressure slowly. This helps ensure the rice is tender and prevents the dish from being soupy.
  6. Add Cheese and Combine: Open the lid carefully once pressure is fully released. Add half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese and stir it into the hot beef and rice mixture until melted and evenly distributed.
  7. Serve: Plate the Mexican Style Beef and Rice and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top for extra cheesy goodness. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper with the spices.
  • Use low sodium chicken broth if you want to control the salt content.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • If you prefer, top with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado for extra flavor.
  • Make sure not to stir the rice after adding it to the broth to avoid sticking and burning at the bottom of the pot.

Keywords: Instant Pot, Mexican beef and rice, ground beef recipe, one pot meal, pressure cooker, easy dinner, Mexican spices

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