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Garlic Beef and Mushroom Rice Skillet

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Difficulty 2/5

One-pan garlic beef and mushroom rice skillet: a simple, weeknight meal ready in 35 minutes with pantry staples.

Why this recipe works

This Garlic Beef and Mushroom Rice Skillet is a simple, hearty one-pan dinner that combines browned beef mince, garlic, mushrooms and rice into a comforting meal. It suits busy cooks looking for a fast, low-fuss weeknight dinner that uses basic pantry ingredients.

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Key takeaways

Uses one skillet for easy cooking and cleanup.
Ready in about 35 minutes with minimal prep.
Flexible to swap broth, rice type, or add veg.

Recipe guide

This Garlic Beef and Mushroom Rice Skillet is a simple, hearty one-pan dinner that combines browned beef mince, garlic, mushrooms and rice into a comforting meal. It suits busy cooks looking for a fast, low-fuss weeknight dinner that uses basic pantry ingredients.

A complete one-pan meal ready in about 35 minutes.

  • Uses one skillet for easy cooking and cleanup.
  • Ready in about 35 minutes with minimal prep.
  • Flexible to swap broth, rice type, or add veg.

What you need

Ingredients: - 500 g beef mince - 1 cup (200 g) long-grain rice, rinsed - 200 g mushrooms, sliced - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tbsp oil - 2 cups beef broth or water - Salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-step

1) Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef mince and brown, breaking up with a spatula. 2) Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute. Add mushrooms and cook until softened. 3) Stir in rinsed rice and toast 1–2 minutes. Pour in 2 cups broth, season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil. 4) Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Rest 5 minutes, fluff and serve.

Tips & variations

Tips: Rinse rice to remove excess starch; keep the lid on while simmering for even cooking. Variations: swap to brown rice (increase simmer time to ~40–45 min, add 1/4–1/2 cup extra liquid), toss in spinach or frozen peas at the end. To boost flavor, add 1 tsp soy sauce or Worcestershire when adding broth.

Ingredients

  • 500 g beef mince
  • 1 cup rice
  • 200 g mushrooms
  • 3 cloves garlic

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add beef mince and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until browned.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release liquid and soften.
  5. Stir in 1 cup rinsed rice and cook 1–2 minutes to toast lightly.
  6. Pour in 2 cups beef broth or water, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat, let rest 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, adjust seasoning, and serve.

FAQs

How long will leftovers keep? Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth.
Can I substitute the broth or meat? Use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead of beef broth; ground pork or turkey also works if you prefer.
Can I make this ahead of time? Partially cook and cool the skillet, then refrigerate. Reheat covered in a skillet with a little extra liquid until hot. For best texture, finish freshly if possible.