Description
This Mexican Beef and Rice Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines seasoned ground beef, tender rice, and a blend of Mexican-inspired ingredients like black beans, corn, and tomatoes. The addition of lime juice and fresh cilantro gives it a bright, refreshing finish. Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips for a comforting, one-pot meal that’s perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- ⅓ cup chopped white onions
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 quarts beef stock or broth
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup tomato purée
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, snipped
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Lime wedges
- Extra cilantro
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the beef: In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, brown the ground beef with the chopped onions and minced garlic over medium-high heat, breaking the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain off any excess fat.
2️⃣ Add taco seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning, making sure the beef is evenly coated.
3️⃣ Add remaining ingredients:
- Pour in the beef stock, frozen corn, rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato purée, lime juice, salt, and uncooked rice. Stir everything together to combine.
4️⃣ Cook the soup:
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
5️⃣ Add cilantro: Stir in the freshly snipped cilantro right before serving for a fresh burst of flavor.
6️⃣ Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, lime wedges, extra cilantro, and a side of crunchy tortilla chips.
Notes
- You can substitute white rice with brown rice for a heartier option, though you may need to increase the cooking time by 5-10 minutes.
- Adjust the amount of taco seasoning based on your desired spice level.
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for leftovers or meal prep!