Beef Burrito Bowls Rice (Printable)
Vibrant bowls with seasoned beef, rice, beans, and fresh toppings, perfect for a customizable family meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Filling
01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - ¼ cup tomato sauce
→ Rice Base
12 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
13 - 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Black Beans
15 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
16 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
17 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
18 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Fresh Toppings
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
21 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
22 - 1 avocado, diced
23 - ¼ cup sour cream
24 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
25 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# Directions:
01 - Combine rice, water or broth, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is evenly coated and sauce has slightly thickened.
04 - Combine black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each portion with seasoned beef, warm black beans, shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, diced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in separate pans so each component gets perfectly seasoned, plus you can customize every bowl to exactly what everyone wants
- The leftovers pack beautifully for tomorrow's lunch, and the rice and beef reheat like a dream
02 -
- The rice needs to be the first thing you start because it takes the longest and it's happy to sit while you prep everything else
- Drain the beef really well after browning, otherwise the spices won't coat properly and everything gets greasy
03 -
- Use chicken broth instead of water for your rice and you'll notice a huge difference in overall flavor depth
- Warm your tortilla chips in the oven for a few minutes and crumble them on top for this amazing texture contrast