Family Recipe
Taco Rice Night
by Iron & Rice / @ironandrice
Bowls, toppings, leftovers, and no dinner argument required.
Cook time
30 minutes
Servings
2 to 4
Difficulty
Medium
Food mood
Source standard
Source: Grit & Soul seed recipe concept. No outside source claimed. Dietary labels should be verified from ingredients before cooking.
Steps
- 1Start by building flavor with onion, garlic, or spice in fat.
- 2Add the pantry base and enough liquid to bring it together.
- 3Simmer until the texture feels intentional.
- 4Adjust salt, acid, and heat at the end.
- 5Serve with whatever fresh crunch or herb you have.
Grit & Soul tip
Pantry food gets better when you finish it fresh: lemon, vinegar, herbs, onion, or a crisp topping.
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@brickandbasil
18m agoThis is the kind of idea I would save for a cold Sunday. The cast iron move feels exactly right.
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