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Flavor-Packed Beef and Bean Burrito Bowls

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A flavorful and easy meal prep recipe featuring savory ground beef, black beans, and spices served over rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef broth
  • 3 cups (600 g) cooked rice (brown or white)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sliced avocado, sour cream, salsa, jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 1/2 cups (300 g) of rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 3 cups (720 ml) water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute, careful not to burn.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Break up with a wooden spoon and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes to toast spices and deepen flavors.
  5. Add rinsed black beans and 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef broth. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes until mixture thickens slightly.
  6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Divide cooked rice evenly into 4 meal prep containers or bowls. Top with beef and bean mixture and add desired toppings like shredded cheese, avocado slices, salsa, or sour cream.
  8. Let bowls cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating. Reheat before serving.

Notes

If skillet gets crowded when browning beef, cook in batches for better caramelization. Keep an eye on broth consistency; it should be saucy but not soupy. Prepare avocado slices just before serving or toss with lime juice to prevent browning. This recipe can be adapted for vegetarian or vegan diets by substituting beef with tofu, tempeh, lentils, or plant-based ground meat alternatives.

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