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Quick Beef Burrito Bowl Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner in 30 Minutes

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A quick and easy beef burrito bowl packed with bold flavors and comforting textures, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (85% lean recommended for juiciness)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup (190g) long-grain white rice or brown rice
  • 2 cups (475ml) water or broth
  • Juice of 1 lime (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 cup (150g) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150g) corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your favorite)
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream (for dolloping)
  • Fresh jalapeños, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (190g) of rice under cold water until water runs clear. Add rice and 2 cups (475ml) of water or broth to a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes (white rice) or 40-45 minutes (brown rice) until tender. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in juice of 1 lime and chopped cilantro if using.
  2. While rice cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add 1 small chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds more—don’t let it burn! Add 1 lb (450g) ground beef, breaking it up with your spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and no pink remains.
  3. Stir in 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well so the spices coat the beef evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes to let flavors meld. If the mixture looks dry, splash a tiny bit of water or broth to keep it juicy.
  4. While beef finishes cooking, rinse and drain 1 cup (150g) black beans and 1 cup (150g) corn kernels. Dice 1 tomato, slice or mash 1 avocado, and slice fresh jalapeños if you like a bit of heat. Grate your favorite cheese.
  5. Spoon a generous bed of cilantro-lime rice into bowls. Top with seasoned beef, black beans, corn, diced tomato, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream. Garnish with jalapeño slices if desired.

Notes

Use quality olive oil for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning beef to get crispy bits. Add lime juice to rice for brightness. Add cheese just before serving to maintain texture. Multitask by cooking rice while prepping toppings and searing beef. Splash water or broth if beef looks dry during cooking.

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