Description
Smoky-spiced beef swirled in a tangy chipotle cream, piled high on garlicky lime rice—this bowl is taco-night-meets-comfort-food. It’s fast, fiery, and full of personality. Perfect for family dinners, date nights, or when you just want to spoil yourself.
Ingredients
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1 kg lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken/pork)
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2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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2 tsp chipotle powder or adobo sauce
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1 tsp each: cumin, garlic powder, salt
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250g Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
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Juice of 1 lime (+ zest for garnish)
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3 cups cooked jasmine rice
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tsp minced garlic
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Fresh cilantro, for topping
Instructions
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Sear Beef (7–8 mins): Heat oil in skillet. Brown beef in batches for best caramelization. Drain excess fat.
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Spice Bloom (1 min): Stir in smoked paprika, chipotle, cumin, garlic powder & salt. Let spices sizzle in the oil for max flavor.
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Creamy Finish (2–3 mins): Remove skillet from heat. Stir in yogurt + lime juice until silky. If too thick, add splash of broth/water. Return on LOW just to warm.
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Garlic-Lime Rice (5 mins): Melt butter, stir in garlic. Toss with warm rice + lime zest.
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Assemble (2 mins): Scoop rice into bowls, ladle creamy chipotle beef on top, shower with cilantro. Optional: lime wedges, tortillas, or tortilla strips.
Notes
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Chicken Love: Swap beef for ground chicken/turkey.
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Veggie Fiesta: Black beans + corn + peppers.
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Rice Remix: Quinoa or cauliflower rice.
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Toppings Galore: Cotija, avocado, pickled onions, roasted corn.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 570Ca per serving, approx
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Protein: 52g