Beef Porcupines (Cajun Style) Recipe

Name: Beef Porcupines (Cajun Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked (or 1/2 cup spaghetti, broken into small pieces); 1/2 cup rice, uncooked; 1 egg, beaten; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 pinch salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 small bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/2 teaspoons beef base; 2 1/2 cups hot water, divided; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/4 cup cold water; 3/4 cup frozen green pea; 1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup green onion, sliced

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked (or 1/2 cup spaghetti, broken into small pieces)
1/2 cup rice, uncooked
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 small bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons beef base
2 1/2 cups hot water, divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
3/4 cup frozen green pea
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, sliced

1
Mix first nine ingredients, well.
2
Shape into elongated meatballs.
3
In large skillet, brown meatballs on medium high heat.
4
Remove from pan. Drain all but one tablespoon of the fat.
5
Saute large onion, bell pepper, and garlic until onions are transparent.
6
Return meatballs to the pan.
7
Mix beef base and 2 - 1/2 cups hot water.
8
Slowly pour into skillet over meatballs.
9
Heat over high heat until liquid comes to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low. Cover. Cook for 25 minutes.
10
Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup cold water.
11
Pour over meatballs. Stir.
12
Add peas, mushrooms, parsley, and green onion.
13
Cover and simmer for 4 minutes. Serve.

688

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked (or 1/2 cup spaghetti, broken into small pieces), 1/2 cup rice, uncooked, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Beef Porcupines (Cajun Style) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Porcupines (Cajun Style)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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