Mexican Bowl Recipes

You don’t need a tortilla wrap to enjoy the delicious flavours of an authentic Mexican burrito. A burrito bowl provides all the ingredients you’d normally enjoy in a tortilla but mixed in a bowl instead. To create the perfect burrito bowl recipe, you need to layer the bowl with the right ingredients.

Here’s our recipe for creating delicious burrito bowls every time.

First layer: rice: The base of your burrito bowl dish is your rice. White rice is a common choice, as it is easy to cook, and the addition of seasonings such as lime and coriander will give it extra flavour. Brown rice and quinoa are alternative options for healthier bowls.

Second layer: protein: The next layer to add is your protein. Consider what sort of meat you wish to add to your bowl, as well as how you would like to prepare it. Beef, chicken and pork are all popular choices and even seafood can be added.

When it comes to creating a delicious Mexican bowl recipe, there are plenty of tasty side dishes you can pair a Mexican bowl with. Here are some of our favourite side dishes for burrito bowls.

Refried beans: This rich and creamy bean recipe can be used as a topping for your bowl or as a dip for tortilla chips. Pinto beans work best for creating a refried beans recipe, but you can use other bean varieties if you prefer.

Seasoned rice: Many rice recipes go well when paired with Mexican bowls. Try a mix of lime and coriander to add a little tang to your meal, or maybe try cooking rice in a tomato, onion and black bean sauce for a rich and zesty flavour.

Tortilla chips: Corn tortillas make any Mexican meal feel festive, especially when paired with dips. Some excellent dips you can use include salsa, guacamole, sour cream and queso. Perhaps include a mix for the ultimate flavour experience.

Black bean soup: If you have black beans to spare after making your burrito bowl, you can use them to create a creamy black bean soup as a side dish. Just add black beans, onion, carrots, celery and spices to your broth for a delicious soup.

Avocado salad: For something cool and crisp to pair with your bowl recipe, you can try a delicious avocado salad dish. Add avocado, tomato, corn and cucumber to a lettuce base, and pour on a mix of olive oil and lime juice with cumin seasoning.