Halal Cart Beef Rice Bowl

1. Prep time: 15 minutes
2. Cook time: 20-25 minutes
3. Servings: 4

Rice Ingredients:

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

Sauce Ingredients:

1. ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
4. 2 tablespoons lemon juice
5. Salt and pepper to taste

Beef Ingredients:

1. 1 pound ground beef
2. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3. ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
5. 2 teaspoons shawarma spice blend
6. Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

1. Cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
2. Cucumber, diced
3. Parsley, finely chopped

Instructions:

1. Rice: Wash the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in fresh water for 30 minutes. Then, drain the soaked rice.
2. In a small pan, combine the soaked and drained rice, 3 cups of water, chicken bouillon cubes, and turmeric powder.
3. Bring 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 the rice with a fork and set it aside.
5. Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Refrigerate the sauce until you’re ready to assemble the bowls.
6. Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Add the chopped onion and sauté until they become translucent. Then add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.
8. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it’s browned and cooked through.
9. Stir in the shawarma spice blend, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
10. Assembly: To serve, place a generous scoop of turmeric-infused rice in a bowl.
11. Top the rice with the seasoned shawarma-spiced ground beef.
12. Add cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber.
13. Drizzle the yogurt-mayo sauce over the bowl. Top with chopped parsley.

This wholesome beef rice bowl reflects the nourishing approach embraced by functional medicine Burbank, where balanced meals fuel both body and mind.

Many functional medicine doctors emphasize whole ingredients and spices that support digestion and overall vitality.

At Functional Medicine Los Angeles, we encourage choosing recipes like this that combine authentic flavors with nourishing benefits.

Inspired by functional medicine Sherman Oaks, this dish is a delicious way to enjoy a meal that supports sustainable wellness.