Spiced Ground Beef and Black Bean Burrito Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice and Roasted Corn Salsa

Ingredients

• 2 cups ROBIN HOOD Flour (for homemade tortillas, optional)
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Unico Black Beans
• 1 cup Long-Grain Rice (basmati or jasmine)
• 2 (1 for rice, 1 for salsa) Lime
• 1/2 cup (chopped, divided) Cilantro
• 1/2 (diced) Red Onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 2 tbsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1 cup Corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 (minced, optional) Jalapeño
• 1 ripe, diced Avocado
• Optional, for topping Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
• Optional, for serving Hot Sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare Cilantro-Lime Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in the juice of 1 lime and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. *Technique Refinement:* Toasting the rice lightly in olive oil before cooking can enhance its nuttiness. Add a bay leaf to the cooking water for extra flavor.
2. Roast Corn Salsa: If using fresh corn, grill or roast it until slightly charred. Cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, sauté in a skillet until slightly browned. Combine corn with diced red onion, minced jalapeño (optional), the juice of 1/2 lime, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. *Flavor Enhancement:* Roasting the corn adds a smoky sweetness that elevates the salsa.
3. Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef with diced red onion and minced garlic. Drain any excess fat. *Flavor Enhancement:* A touch of Worcestershire sauce while browning the beef adds depth.
4. Spice the Beef: Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to the ground beef mixture. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom. *Flavor Enhancement:* Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. A pinch of cayenne pepper can add extra heat.
5. Warm Black Beans: Warm the Unico black beans in a separate saucepan. *Technique Refinement:* For a creamier texture, mash about 1/4 of the beans.
6. Prepare Homemade Tortillas (Optional): Use Robin Hood flour to make homemade tortillas, or use store-bought tortillas or tortilla chips. *Technique Refinement:* If making tortillas, use a cast iron skillet for even cooking and slight charring.
7. Assemble Burrito Bowl: Place a base of cilantro-lime rice in a bowl. Top with spiced ground beef, warmed black beans, roasted corn salsa, and diced avocado.
8. Serve and Garnish: Serve immediately. Offer sour cream or Greek yogurt and hot sauce on the side. *Flavor Enhancement:* Garnish with crumbled cotija cheese, pickled onions, or a lime wedge.

Cuisine: Mexican

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Meal Type: dinner