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
1onionfinely diced
500g1 lb 2 oz regular (not super lean) minced (ground) beef
2tbsptomato pasteconcentrated puree
Your favourite Mexican toppings to servecooked 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.