Tex-Mex Stir Fry

A ground hamburger dish that can easily feed one or two, or can be doubled to become a great dinner for four!

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 2
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons  oil, divided
• 1⁄2 tablespoon vinegar (I prefer red wine vinegar)
• 4  ounces hamburger meat, raw
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 2  tablespoons peas, frozen
• 1⁄4 cup rice, cooked
• 3  tablespoons salsa
• 1⁄4 cup cheese (what you like best that melts well)
•  salt and pepper, to taste
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder

Directions

1. Season the hamburger patty with salt and pepper on both sides, adding any other seasonings you like (I add garlic and herb, hot paprika, and white pepper).
2. Heat a 10" skillet over medium high heat, adding one tablespoon of the oil.
3. Once the pan is hot, add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes, until onion starts to color and becomes soft.
4. Add the garlic and cook a minute longer, adding a little salt and pepper.
5. Add the vinegar to the pan, and cook another two minutes.
6. Remove the onion and garlic from the pan and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Put the patty into the pan and let it brown for about a minute, then break it up gently with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks.
7. Season with hot sauce, if desired, and chili powder.
8. Once the ground meat is thoroughly cooked, and no pink can be seen (about 5 minutes), add the peas. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes, turning the heat to medium low.
9. Add the rice, salsa, onion and garlic mixture. Stir well, cooking another minute.
10. Sprinkle the cheese on top, and cover, cooking for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
11. Serve with toast or garlic bread, and enjoy!