Iron-Clad Anti-Inflammatory Beef, Bean, Potato & Brown Rice Skillet

Backstory: Lean and powerful — 90% beef, black beans, corn, red potatoes, green pepper and brown rice seasoned with ginger and warming spices to fight inflammation and fuel gains.

Ingredients

• 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup red potatoes, diced into 1/2‑inch cubes (parboiled)
• 1 cup cooked brown rice (or 1/2 cup dry brown rice, cooked per package)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
• 1/4–1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil, divided
• 3/4–1 cup low‑sodium chicken or vegetable broth (optional, to loosen)
• 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
• Optional: 1 tsp honey to balance, avocado slices, toasted pumpkin seeds

Instructions

1. Parboil potatoes: boil diced potatoes 6–8 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
2. If using dry brown rice, cook per package and set aside; if using pre-cooked, skip.
3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium‑high. Sauté diced green pepper 3–4 minutes until starting to soften.
4. Add garlic and grated ginger; cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
5. Push veggies aside, add remaining 1 tbsp oil and the ground beef. Break up and brown 5–7 minutes until no pink remains.
6. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt and pepper; cook 1 minute to bloom spices.
7. Add parboiled potatoes, corn, and black beans; stir and cook 3–4 minutes until heated and potatoes get a slight crisp.
8. Stir in cooked brown rice and chopped spinach. Add a splash (up to 1/2 cup) of broth if mixture seems dry. Cook 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning; add 1 tsp honey if you want brightness.
9. Serve hot, garnish with parsley/cilantro and optional avocado slices or pumpkin seeds.

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