Cook **brown rice** according to package directions in water along with a **chicken bouillon**, 1 **bay leaf** and 1/4 tsp **salt** and 1/8 each of **salt**, **cayenne**, **paprika** and **thyme**.
When the rice is almost done cooking, heat a large heavy saucepan on medium-low heat.
Add the **oil**, **onions**, **green pepper**, **celery**, **bay leaf** and **garlic**. Sauté on medium-low heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add **beef**, **salt**, **black pepper**, remaining **paprika**, **thyme** and **cayenne pepper**.
Sauté until browned, about 10-15 minutes; add **shrimp**, cover and cook 5 more minutes.
When the rice is done, toss with **beef** and **shrimp** and combine well. Top with **scallions** and serve.
