Oven-Ready
Pork Empanada Bowl with Cilantro Rice and Crispy Tortilla Strips
easy prep & pan included
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Cook Within: 5 days
Difficulty Level: Easy
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Contains: Milk
Chef
David Padilla
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you’ve come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It’s like you worked for hours over a hot stove (we’ll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 5 oz. Corn Kernels
- 8 oz. Cilantro Lime Rice
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2 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
- 10 oz. Ground Pork
- 2 tsp. Chile and Cumin Rub
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
- 4 fl. oz. Red Enchilada Sauce
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2 oz. Sour Cream
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories783
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Carbohydrates63g
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Fat44g
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Protein38g
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Sodium1673mg
Recipe Steps
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using Impossible burger, follow same instructions as ground pork in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until burger is heated through, 25-30 minutes.
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If using ground beef, follow same instructions as ground pork in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until beef reaches minimum internal temperature, 25-30 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine rice, 2 Tbsp. water, corn, and seasoning rub in provided tray.
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2 Add the Pork
Break ground pork into small clumps and place on rice evenly. Top evenly with ¼ tsp. salt, a pinch of pepper, enchilada sauce, cheese.
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3 Bake the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until pork is browned and reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 25-30 minutes. Carefully, remove tray from oven. Garnish with sour cream and crispy tortilla strips. Bon appétit!
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