Dinner

Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl Recipe

Bylina Carter January 24, 2026January 24, 2026

Introduction

This Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining savory ground beef with vibrant bell peppers and a touch of spice, it’s both comforting and satisfying.

A bowl filled with three visible layers: the bottom layer is white cooked rice with a soft and fluffy texture, the middle layer is a colorful mix of diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers with a shiny, cooked look, and the top layer is finely ground cooked beef in a glossy brown sauce, sprinkled with chopped fresh green herbs. The bowl is white with brown speckles, sitting on a wooden board, with a blurred blue and white fabric in the background and a white marbled texture surface underneath. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced

1 jalapeño, diced
1 pound ground beef

½ cup soy sauce, low sodium (optional)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons black pepper
Optional: cooked rice

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large pan over medium heat and melt the butter.

Step 2: Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Step 3: Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until it is fully browned and the vegetables are tender.
Step 4: Drain any excess grease and return the mixture to the pan.

Step 5: Stir in the soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Step 6: Serve hot with cooked rice if desired. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For a milder dish, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before dicing.

Try adding a splash of lime juice or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added brightness.
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice for added nutrition.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave until warmed through. This dish also freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A white speckled bowl is filled with a two-layer dish placed on a chopping board on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is plain white rice, fluffy in texture. The top layer is a colorful mix of cooked ground meat and diced bell peppers in red, yellow, and green colors, coated in a shiny brown sauce. Small pieces of chopped green herbs are sprinkled over the mix. The close-up angle captures the dish's vibrant colors and fresh textures. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Yes, you can substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils, crumbled tofu, or a plant-based meat alternative for a vegetarian version.

Is low sodium soy sauce necessary?

Low sodium soy sauce helps control the salt level but you can use regular soy sauce if preferred. Adjust the added salt accordingly to avoid over-seasoning.