A twist on the ever-popular Mexican favourite, this Beef Burrito Bowl recipe has all the classic ingredients piled into a bowl instead of a tortilla – spiced beef and melty cheese with a variety of customisable toppings. It's perfect for a busy weeknight or a quick weekend meal, as it's made in a flash in only 15 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Ingredients
1tbspsweet paprika
1tbspground cumin
1tsponion powder
1tspdried oregano
1tspsea salt flakes
1tbspolive oil
1onion, finely diced
500gregular (not super lean) minced (ground) beef
2tbsptomato paste
Your favourite Mexican toppings to serve (cooked rice, grated cheese, jalapeños, red cabbage, black beans, corn, lime wedges, sour cream, avocado)
Instructions
Combine the paprika, cumin, onion powder, oregano and salt in a small bowl.
Heat a large, heavy-based frying pan over high heat and add the olive oil and onion. Cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes.
Add the beef and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking it up as you go, until browned.
Add the combined spice mix, the tomato paste and ⅓ cup (80 ml) of water. Cook, stirring, for 2–3 minutes.
Serve with your favourite Mexican toppings.
Notes
MAKE AHEAD
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze just the beef component for up to 2 months in an airtight container. Freeze in small or individual portions for ease of reheating. Thaw completely in the fridge before reheating on the stove or in the microwave.
LEFTOVERS
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze just the beef component for up to 2 months in an airtight container. Thaw completely in the fridge before reheating on the stove or in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts
Beef Burrito Bowl
Amount per Serving
Calories
299
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
81
mg
27
%
Sodium
764
mg
33
%
Potassium
653
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
1366
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
60
mg
6
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.