Tex-Mex Tango with Carolina Gold Rice and Pasture-Raised Pork
July 31, 2023 • 0 comments
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- Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
- (1 Cup) Carolina Gold Rice
- (1 lb) Ground Pork
- (1) Onion, Chopped
- (3) Garlic Cloves, Minced
- (1) Red Bell Pepper, Diced
- (1) Green Bell Pepper, Diced
- (1) Canned (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- (1 tsp) Cumin
- (1 tsp) Chili Powder
- (1/2 tsp) Smoked Paprika
- (To Taste) Salt & Pepper
- (1 TBS) Ghee
- (For Garnish) Freshly chopped cilantro
- (For Serving) Lime Wedges
Directions
- Rinse the Carolina Gold Rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
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In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned. Remove the cooked pork from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
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Return the cooked ground pork to the skillet. Add the cooked Carolina Gold Rice, black beans, and diced tomatoes with green chiles to the skillet. Stir to combine.
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Season with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well mixed and heated through.
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Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Enjoy this spicy and flavorful Tex-Mex twist on CT Ranch's Carolina Gold Rice and Pasture-Raised Ground Pork!
Note: You can add a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, or sliced avocado on top for extra flavor and creaminess.
