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Hamburger Helper Beef Fried Rice Recipe

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Description

This hamburger helper beef fried rice recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It's a delicious twist on traditional fried rice, incorporating Hamburger Helper as a base to make it even heartier and more filling. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover hamburger meat or rice that you may have in your fridge.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal, taking only about 10 minutes to gather and prepare all of the necessary ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is also quick, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 box Hamburger Helper (Cheeseburger Macaroni flavor)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method

  1. Cook the Hamburger Helper according to the package directions, using the ground beef and 2 1/2 cups of water.
  2. While the Hamburger Helper is cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften.
  4. Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
  6. Once the Hamburger Helper is finished cooking, add it to the skillet with the rice and vegetables and stir to combine.
  7. Add the soy sauce to the skillet and stir to combine.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Continue to cook the beef fried rice for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

If you prefer your beef fried rice to have a little bit of spice, you can add some diced jalapeño or chili flakes to the skillet along with the onion and red bell pepper. You can also add some frozen peas or corn to the skillet to add some additional color and texture to the dish.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 395
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 68mg
  • Sodium: 970mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 24g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use leftover rice that you may have in your fridge instead of cooking it fresh. Simply add the cold rice to the skillet and stir until it is heated through. You can also use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef if you prefer. And if you don't have Hamburger Helper on hand, you can use any other type of boxed pasta mix as a base for this recipe. Just be sure to adjust the cooking instructions accordingly.

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