Black Bean Birria Bowl Recipe
Your choice of protein on a bed of birria rice and honey lime slaw. Topped with a scoop of street corn, pickled red onions and tortilla strips. Finished with a dust of cheese and a drizzle of lime crema.
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Ingredients
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Protein Options
Birria Rice
Honey Lime Slaw
Street Corn
Pickled Red Onions
Tortilla Strips
Lime Crema
Toppings
Method
Prepare Protein
- 1
Cook Birria Rice
- 2
Prepare the Rice
In a medium pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup of white rice and toast for about 2 minutes. Add 2 cups of vegetable broth and 2 tablespoons of birria spice mix. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
Make Honey Lime Slaw
- 3
Combine Slaw Ingredients
In a large bowl, shred 2 cups of green cabbage and grate 1 large carrot. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot, and toss well. Set aside.
Prepare Street Corn
- 4
Make Street Corn
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of corn kernels, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of cotija cheese, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Mix well and set aside.
Pickle Red Onions
- 5
Prepare Pickled Onions
Slice 1 medium red onion thinly. In a jar, combine the sliced onion, 1 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
Fry Tortilla Strips
- 6
Make Tortilla Strips
Cut 4 corn tortillas into thin strips. In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the strips until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.
Make Lime Crema
- 7
Prepare Lime Crema
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of sour cream with 2 tablespoons of lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble the Bowl
- 8
Build Your Birria Bowl
In a large bowl, start with a base of birria rice, followed by your cooked protein. Top with honey lime slaw, street corn, pickled red onions, and tortilla strips. Finish with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, a drizzle of lime crema, and a garnish of fresh cilantro.