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Lamb Over Rice

Delicious Lamb Over Rice: Easy Halal Cart Bowls Recipe

This Lamb Over Rice recipe offers a flavorful twist on the classic halal cart dish, promising irresistible flavors and textures.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

Lamb Marinade
  • 1 pound lamb, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sumac
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
White Sauce
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
  • 5 to 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper more to taste
Rice Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed well
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne powder or red chili flakes more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Toppings
  • shredded lettuce
  • diced tomatoes
  • barbecue sauce optional
  • hot sauce/sriracha
  • pita

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • pot
  • Blender

Method
 

Making the White Sauce
  1. Blend the mayonnaise, sour cream or yogurt, garlic, sugar, lemon juice, and black pepper until smooth and set aside.
Preparing the Rice
  1. Soak the rice in water in a bowl for 30 minutes and then drain. Wash rice with cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot over medium heat, add the butter, olive oil, garlic, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the rice and toast it for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add the chicken broth, chili powder, salt, cumin, coriander, garam masala, paprika, cayenne or red chili flakes, black pepper, oregano, onion powder, and turmeric. Mix together and bring to a boil.
  5. Lower the heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave covered for 10 minutes to steam the rice.
  6. Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
Cooking the Lamb
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped lamb, olive oil, allspice, coriander, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, sumac, black pepper, and turmeric. Mix to marinate evenly. Optionally, let it marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Drizzle olive oil in a cast iron skillet or pan over high heat. Add the lamb and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until cooked through.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Add rice to the base of the bowl and top with lettuce, tomatoes, lamb, and pita. Drizzle with white sauce and hot sauce. Optionally add barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl

Notes

This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, special occasions, or outdoor entertaining. Feel free to customize your bowl with your favorite toppings.

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