Chipotle Beef Bowl

Here’s a tasty Chipotle Beef Bowl recipe inspired by Chipotle’s flavors! It’s got marinated beef, rice, beans, and all the toppings that make it delicious.

Chipotle Beef Bowl Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Beef Marinade:

• 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced

• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (from a can), chopped

• 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle peppers can)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lime juice (fresh)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp chili powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Rice:

• 1 cup long-grain white rice or basmati rice

• 2 cups water or chicken broth

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

• Salt, to taste

For the Beans:

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 tsp olive oil

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings (optional but recommended):

• Corn salsa or roasted corn

• Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo

• Shredded lettuce

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

• Guacamole or sliced avocado

• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:

   • In a bowl, combine the chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Add the sliced steak, toss to coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).

2. Cook the Rice:

   • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

   • Combine rice and water (or broth) in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.

   • Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and stir in lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.

3. Prepare the Beans:

   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

   • Add black beans, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through (about 5 minutes).

4. Cook the Beef:

   • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Remove steak from marinade and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until desired doneness.

   • Let the meat rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly if not already.

5. Assemble the Bowl:

   • Start with a base of cilantro-lime rice.

   • Add black beans, then top with the cooked chipotle beef.

   • Add your favorite toppings like corn, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole.

   • Serve with lime wedges.