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Carnitas Brown Rice and Kale Burrito Bowls

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

Creamy Garlic-Lime Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Carnitas Bowls:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 bunch of kale, ribs removed, finely chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 to 3 cooked carnitas
  • 1 large avocado, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 radishes, thinly sliced
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • To make the creamy garlic-lime sauce, stir together all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add kale and a big pinch of salt and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the brown rice until warmed through.
  • Divide the brown rice between 4 bowls. Top with carnitas, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, radishes, a lime wedge, and any other desired toppings.
Author: Caroline Chambers