Homemade Beef Rice Bowl

I love a good rice bowl, and this one meets all the criteria for a delicious, hearty, and satisfying meal. This Beef rice bowl combines the rich flavors of seasoned ground beef, fragrant turmeric rice, and a yummy yogurt-mayo sauce. What is lovely about this meal is that it provides a well-balanced combination of protein, grains, and fresh vegetables.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch, these bowls are easy to assemble and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or your family, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Follow the simple step-by-step instructions below to prepare this delightful and nutritious dish.

Ingredients

Rice Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup long-grain white rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
• 3 cups water
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

Sauce Ingredients:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Beef Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons shawarma spice blend
• Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

• Cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
• Cucumber, diced
• Parsley, finely chopped

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Rice:

1. Wash and Soak: Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Then, soak the rice in fresh water for 30 minutes. After soaking, drain the rice.
2. Cook Rice: In a small pan, combine the soaked and drained rice with 3 cups of water, chicken bouillon cubes, and turmeric powder.
3. Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. Fluff and Set Aside: Fluff the rice with a fork and set it aside.

Sauce:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
2. Refrigerate: Refrigerate the sauce until you’re ready to assemble the bowls.

Beef:

1. Heat Oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Then add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
3. Cook Beef: Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through.
4. Season: Stir in the shawarma spice blend, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assembly:

1. Base: Place a generous scoop of turmeric-infused rice in a bowl.
2. Add Beef: Top the rice with the seasoned shawarma-spiced ground beef.
3. Add Vegetables: Add cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber.
4. Drizzle Sauce: Drizzle the yogurt-mayo sauce over the bowl.

Garnish: Top with chopped parsley.