The Mexican bowl or burrito bowl became popular globally thanks to chains like Chipotle, but it has its roots in the Mexican tradition of serving rice, beans and protein together on a plate. It is the deconstruction of the burrito that allows you to savor each component individually while they combine in each bite. It represents Tex-Mex cuisine evolved towards a healthier format that dispenses with the flour tortilla.
Mexican
Mexican Bowl
Mexican bowl with chipotle chicken, lime rice, black beans and guacamole.
- Mexico
- Main course
- High protein
- High fiber
- easy
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
2
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 520 kcal
- Protein 32 g
- Fiber 10 g
- Carbohydrates 54 g
- Fat 18 g
- Sodium 620 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Mexican Bowl is a preparation from Mexico with easy difficulty. Reserve about 45 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 25 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 200 g of rice with lime and cilantro.
- Have ready: 200 g of cooked black beans.
- Have ready: 200 g of grilled chipotle marinated chicken.
- Have ready: 1 avocado, cubed.
- Have ready: 100 g of grilled sweet corn.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Cook the rice with broth and add lime juice and chopped cilantro...
Cook the rice with broth and add lime juice and chopped cilantro when fluffing, set aside.
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Marinate the chicken in chipotle marinade and grill until…
Marinate the chicken in chipotle marinade and grill until juicy with charred edges, cut into strips. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Heat the black beans with a little cumin and garlic until…
Heat the black beans with a little cumin and garlic until creamy.
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Brown the corn kernels in a dry pan or on the grill until…
Brown the corn kernels in a dry skillet or on the grill until lightly charred. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Assemble the bowls with lime rice as a base
Assemble the bowls with lime rice as a base, beans, chicken, corn, avocado and pico de gallo.
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Top with fresh cheese
Top with fresh cheese, sour cream, cilantro and serve with lime wedges and salsa verde.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version with sautéed spicy tofu.
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