Beef Burrito Bowls Rice Black Beans (Print Version)
Savory ground beef combined with rice, black beans, and fresh toppings in a colorful, satisfying bowl.
# What You Need:
→ For the Beef
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, 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 black pepper
11 - ½ cup tomato sauce
12 - 2 tablespoons water
→ For the Rice
13 - 1 cup long grain white rice
14 - 2 cups water
15 - ½ teaspoon salt
16 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
→ For the Black Beans
18 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
19 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
20 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Toppings
21 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
22 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
23 - 1 avocado, diced
24 - ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
25 - ¼ cup sour cream
26 - ¼ cup sliced green onions
27 - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
28 - Lime wedges
# How to Prepare:
01 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper evenly over the beef. Stir to coat thoroughly. Add tomato sauce and water, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
04 - In a small saucepan, combine black beans, cumin, and salt. Heat gently over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
05 - Divide prepared rice evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each portion with black beans, seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro. Arrange lime wedges on the side.
06 - Serve immediately while components are warm, allowing everyone to mix and customize toppings to their preference.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the satisfying flavors of a burrito without the awkward rolling process
- The seasoned beef smells absolutely incredible while it simmers
- Everyone can customize their own bowl exactly how they like it
02 -
- Rinse your rice until the water runs clear or you'll end up with gummy grains
- Don't rush the beef browning step, those browned bits create the best flavor
- Let the seasoned beef sit for a minute off the heat before serving to let the flavors meld
03 -
- Season your beef generously, those spices need to stand up to the rice and beans
- Don't skip the fresh cilantro in the rice, it's what makes it special