Shawarma-Spiced Beef Bowls

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse Basmati rice under cold water until clear. In a medium pot, bring 400ml water to boil with 1/2 tsp Kosher salt. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer.

   ✓ Point de contrôle : Water absorbed, rice fluffy with no crunch
2. 2

   Finely chop Yellow onion and mince Garlic clove. Dice Cucumber and Roma tomato. In a bowl, mix Plain Greek yogurt with juice of half Lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, and pinch of Kosher salt for yogurt sauce. Set aside.

   ✓ Point de contrôle : All veggies uniform size for even eating

   💡 Astuce du chef : Keep yogurt sauce chilled until serving
3. 3

   In a bowl, combine Ground beef with chopped onion, remaining minced garlic, Ground cumin, Smoked paprika, Ground coriander, and 1/2 tsp Kosher salt. Mix well and let sit 5 minutes to marinate.

   ✓ Point de contrôle : Spices evenly distributed in meat

   💡 Astuce du chef : This resting time enhances flavor infusion
4. 4

   Heat 1 tbsp Olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef mixture, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

   ✓ Point de contrôle : No pink remains, aromas of toasted spices fill kitchen

   💡 Astuce du chef : Don't overcrowd; cook in batches for larger servings to ensure even browning
5. 5

   Fluff cooked rice with fork. Divide rice into bowls. Top with cooked beef, diced cucumber and tomato. Drizzle with yogurt sauce and squeeze remaining Lemon juice over top. Garnish with extra paprika if desired.

   ✓ Point de contrôle : Balanced portions, vibrant colors

   💡 Astuce du chef : Serve immediately for best texture contrast