Truck Stop Carnitas Burrito Bowl
This recipe offers a scrumptious take on the classic Tex-Mex dish inspired by famous taco trucks, with a creative twist. It's perfect for those looking for an indulgent yet accessible gourmet dining experience at home or for tailgate parties.
Allergens
Dairy, Gluten
Ingredients
- 4 cups pulled pork carnitas (see recipe below)
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 tbsp sour cream
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pulled pork carnitas, cooked rice and black beans. Mix well. Divide the mixture among four bowls. Top each bowl with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, lime wedges, sour cream and fresh cilantro.
Chef’s Insight
The key to this dish is in the pull apart tender pork carnitas that are full of smoky flavor from the grill.
Notes
This recipe requires pre-cooked pulled pork carnitas. Make sure to check the recipe for pull apart tender pork carnitas.