Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cook the rice according to package directions. For best results, let it steam off the heat, covered, for 5 minutes after cooking before fluffing with a fork.
- While the rice cooks, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, break it apart, and cook until deeply browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toast for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the beef broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- While the beef simmers, prepare the fresh ingredients: rinse and drain the black beans and corn, dice the tomatoes, chop the cilantro, and chunk the avocado.
- Divide the fluffy rice among four bowls. Top with the seasoned beef, followed by the black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Finish with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of cilantro, and the avocado chunks. Serve immediately.
Notes
Don't Crowd the Pan: Give the ground beef enough space in the skillet to sear, not steam. A deep brown crust equals a massive flavor boost.
Rinse Your Beans: Rinsing canned beans removes the starchy liquid they are packed in, resulting in a cleaner flavor and better texture.
Toast Your Spices: Activating the spices by toasting them in the hot pan for 30-60 seconds before adding liquid will dramatically deepen their flavor.
Rinse Your Beans: Rinsing canned beans removes the starchy liquid they are packed in, resulting in a cleaner flavor and better texture.
Toast Your Spices: Activating the spices by toasting them in the hot pan for 30-60 seconds before adding liquid will dramatically deepen their flavor.