Description
Comforting taco rice blends Mexican and Japanese culinary traditions into one delightful dish. Hearty ground beef, zesty seasonings, and creamy cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Additional Components:
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, crumbling meat and eliminating excess grease.
- Incorporate diced onions, bell peppers, and garlic into the meat, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until vegetables become translucent.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat mixture, thoroughly mixing and cooking for an additional 2 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Pour salsa into the skillet, then add corn kernels and black beans, stirring to distribute ingredients evenly and creating a cohesive mixture.
- Fold cooked white rice into the skillet, gently blending all components until thoroughly integrated and heated through.
- Reduce heat and simmer the entire mixture for 5-6 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and develop a rich, harmonious taste profile.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to preference, ensuring balanced flavor throughout the dish.
- Transfer taco rice to serving plates and embellish with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, fresh tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, tangy sour cream, chopped cilantro, and zesty lime wedges.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting taco seasoning or adding hot sauce for spice lovers who want an extra kick.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for lighter protein options that cater to different dietary preferences.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice to boost nutritional value and add a nutty, wholesome texture to the dish.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to create a quick one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep sessions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg