1 pound ground beef

1 cup uncooked jasmine or long-grain rice

2 cups beef broth

1 medium onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, cayenne (if using), and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute.
Add the uncooked rice, stirring to coat with the spice mixture.
Pour in beef broth, honey, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.