Cilantro-Lime Beef & Black Bean Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 poundground beef
- 2 15-ounce cansblack beans
- ·yellow onion
- ·garlic
- ·lime
- 2 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 teaspooncumin
- ½ teaspoonchili powder
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- ·cilantro
- 1 14.5-ounce candiced tomatoes
Prep
- 01
Dice 1 medium yellow onion.
- 02
Mince 3 cloves garlic.
- 03
Juice 1 lime.
- 04
Chop a small handful of fresh cilantro.
Method
- 01
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 02
Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- 03
Add the diced onion and garlic; stir and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 04
Stir in 1 teaspoon cumin and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; cook for 30 seconds.
- 05
Add the drained and rinsed black beans and the canned diced tomatoes (with juices). Stir well.
- 06
Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 07
Squeeze in the juice of 1 lime and stir in a handful of chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 08
Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Spice Tips
For more warmth, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeño when you add the garlic. A dash of hot sauce stirred in at the end adds personality without overwhelming the bright lime and cilantro.
Serve over rice, with tortillas, or in a bowl with a fried egg on top. Leftovers keep for 3 days refrigerated.