Oaxacan Inspired Ground Beef Bowls

Flavorful ground beef infused with Oaxacan-inspired spices and a touch of deep chili notes, served over fluffy white rice with refreshing garnishes.

• Prep: 15 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 30 min
• Servings: 8
• Cuisine: Mexican
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $2.17/serving

Dietary

• Gluten-Free
• Nut-Free
• High-Protein
• Low-Sugar

Tags

• stir-fry
• quick
• savory
• comfort food
• budget-friendly

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.5 pound ground beef (lean)
• 1 yellow onion (medium, diced)
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 1.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounce)
• 0.25 cup beef broth
• 1.5 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cup white rice (uncooked)
• 3 radishes (thinly sliced)
• 1 avocado (large, diced)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

1. Cook the 2 cups of white rice according to package directions, or in a rice cooker, while you prepare the beef.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Drain any excess fat. Add the 1 medium yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the 1 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Pour in the 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce and 1/4 cup of beef broth. Stir in the 1 1/2 teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve the Oaxacan-inspired ground beef mixture over the cooked white rice. Garnish with thinly sliced radishes, diced avocado, and fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 485
• Protein: 30.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
• Fat: 20.3 g
• Fiber: 4.1 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Sugar: 4.2 g
• Cholesterol: 75 mg