Mexicali Steak Burrito Bowls
Mexicali Steak Burrito Bowls are a delightful and customizable dish that brings the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine to your dining experience. Perfect for casual gatherings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, these bowls combine tender marinated steak with a base of cilantro lime rice, colorful sautéed vegetables, and an array of fresh toppings. Each bowl can be tailored to suit individual tastes, making it an interactive meal that everyone will love. With bold flavors from Mexicali seasoning and the option to mix and match ingredients, you’ll find yourself making this recipe time and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds steak (sirloin, skirt, or flank)
- 2 tablespoons Mexicali seasoning
- 1 large lime (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- cilantro lime rice
- sautéed onions and peppers
- guacamole
- cheese (cotija, oaxaca, Monterey jack)
- pico de gallo
- pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Marinate the steak with Mexicali seasoning and lime juice for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and peppers until caramelized (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble your bowl by starting with cilantro lime rice, layering sliced steak, sautéed vegetables, guacamole, cheese, pico de gallo, and jalapeños.
- Drizzle with sauce (cilantro ranch or yogurt) and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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