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Taco Rice Bowl topped with Doritos and fresh ingredients on a plate

Taco Rice Bowl with Doritos

A flavorful and customizable taco rice bowl combining seasoned beef, fresh toppings, and the crunch of Doritos for an easy weeknight meal or party dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the rice
  • 1 cup white rice Rinsed under cold water
  • 2 cups water
For the beef
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Shredded
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro For garnish
  • 2 cups crushed Doritos Crushed in a bag
  • 1/2 cup sour cream For serving
  • 1/4 cup salsa For serving

Method
 

Prepare the Rice
  1. Rinse 1 cup of white rice under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water.
  3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
Cook the Beef
  1. In a separate skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
  2. Add 1 packet of taco seasoning to the cooked ground beef and stir well to combine.
Prepare the Toppings
  1. Prepare the toppings: shred 1 cup of cheddar cheese, dice 1/2 cup of tomatoes, 1/4 cup of red onion, and slice 1/4 cup of black olives.
  2. Chop 1/4 cup of cilantro for garnish.
  3. Crush 2 cups of Doritos in a resealable plastic bag using a rolling pin or the back of a spoon.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with the seasoned ground beef.
  3. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and chopped cilantro.
  4. Sprinkle the crushed Doritos over the top of each bowl.
  5. Finish the bowls with a dollop of sour cream and a spoonful of salsa.

Notes

For storage, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water to keep the rice moist. Add Doritos just before serving for crunch. Custom toppings can be added according to preference.