Tex-Mex Smokehouse Fiesta Bowl

Tex-Mex Smokehouse Fiesta Bowl

Discover an easy-to-make Tex-Mex Smokehouse Fiesta Bowl that captures the essence of a Friday night tailgate or street food hack, perfect for any party or gathering.

🕒 Prep - 15 mins, Cook - 10 mins, Total - 25 mins
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Wheat (from taco seasoning), Dairy (Monterey Jack cheese)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz lean ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 4 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, and continue cooking for 1 minute to combine flavors.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, corn kernels, and ground beef mixture. Mix well.
  4. Assemble the fiesta bowls by scooping the Tex Mex mix into two deep serving bowls.
  5. Top each bowl with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño if using.

Chef’s Insight

Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of jalapeño used, or add hot sauce to taste.

Notes

Adjust the ingredients to suit individual tastes and preferences for a personalized Tex-Mex Smokehouse Fiesta Bowl.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe takes inspiration from Tex-Mex cuisine, blending American and Mexican flavors for a delicious fusion.