Taco Bowl
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 773kcal
A fantastic twist on the classic taco, this Taco Bowl recipe makes an ideal stress-free weeknight meal for the family, featuring all your favourite Mexican flavours. Made in only one pot and in just 20 minutes, this dish is easily customisable. You can even prep the toppings in advance to make it even quicker.
Ingredients
BEEF MIX
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 brown onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp freshly grated garlic
- 500 g regular minced (ground) beef (can be substituted with chicken mince or any beans of choice)
- 400 g canned kidney beans (or any beans of choice)
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
- 60 g tomato paste
To serve
- 85 g shredded cheddar or similar tasty cheese
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced
- 75 g shredded red cabbage
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 75 g pickled jalapeños
- 200 g canned corn kernels
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Cook the onion and garlic – Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until softened.
- Brown the beef – Add the beef mince and cook until browned for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the beef and seasonings – Add the kidney beans, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano and salt. Stir for 1 minute.
- Add the tomato paste and water – Stir through the tomato paste and 60 ml (¼ cup) of water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve – Serve topped with the cheese, sour cream and spring onion. Serve with shredded red cabbage, diced tomato, sliced avocado, pickled jalapeños, corn kernels and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
MAKE AHEAD
Make the beef and bean mixture and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight. Reheat in the microwave. The toppings can also be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 3 days.LEFTOVERS
The beef and bean mixture and toppings can be refrigerated separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave and add toppings just before serving.Nutrition Facts
Taco Bowl
Amount per Serving
Calories
773
% Daily Value*
Fat
46
g
71
%
Saturated Fat
17
g
106
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
22
g
Cholesterol
135
mg
45
%
Sodium
1554
mg
68
%
Potassium
1735
mg
50
%
Carbohydrates
34
g
11
%
Fiber
20
g
83
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
46
g
92
%
Calcium
334
mg
33
%
Iron
10
mg
56
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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