Beef Burrito Bowls Rice (Printable Version)
Tex-Mex inspired bowl with seasoned beef, fluffy rice, black beans, and fresh toppings for an easy weeknight meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ For the Beef
01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
12 - 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth
→ For the Rice
13 - 1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
14 - 2 cups water
15 - 1/2 tsp salt
16 - 1 tbsp lime juice
17 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
→ For the Beans
18 - 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
19 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
20 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
21 - 1 tbsp olive oil
22 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Toppings
23 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
24 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
25 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
26 - 3/4 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
27 - 1/4 cup sour cream
28 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
29 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How to Make:
01 - Combine rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add ground beef, breaking apart with a spoon, and brown for 5-6 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato paste until well combined. Pour in broth and simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes until sauce slightly thickens. Adjust seasoning if needed.
04 - Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add drained black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and well seasoned.
05 - Divide cilantro-lime rice among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with seasoned beef, warmed black beans, shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in under 45 minutes with mostly pantry staples
- Everyone can customize their own bowl with exactly what they love
- The seasoned beef reheats beautifully for tomorrows lunch
02 -
- Dont skip rinsing the rice or it will turn gummy and clump together
- The beef mixture thickens quickly so keep an eye on it and dont let it dry out completely
- Warm your bowls in the oven for a few minutes if you want everything to stay hot longer
03 -
- Cook your rice in chicken or beef broth instead of water for extra flavor
- Double the beef mixture and freeze half for an incredibly fast dinner later
- Mash about a quarter of the beans for a creamier texture that clings to the rice