Jul 09 2026
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Rice Bowls With Meat Recipe

Inspired by Main Street Gyro
Time45m
Serves4

Our homemade specially seasoned rice pilaf, topped with your choice of meat, tomatoes and red onions. Served with your choice of one homemade sauce.

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Ingredients

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Rice Pilaf

Meat Toppings

Toppings

Sauce Options

Method

Preparing the Rice Pilaf

  1. 1

    Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Toast the Rice

    Add the Basmati rice to the saucepan, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the chicken broth and add salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Simmer the Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Cooking the Meat

  1. 5

    Step 1: Brown the Meat

    In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef or turkey. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.

  2. 6

    Step 2: Season the Meat

    Drain any excess fat, then add salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Assembling the Rice Bowls

  1. 7

    Step 1: Serve the Rice

    Spoon the fluffy rice pilaf into bowls as the base.

  2. 8

    Step 2: Add the Meat

    Top the rice with the cooked meat mixture.

  3. 9

    Step 3: Fresh Toppings

    Garnish with diced tomatoes and sliced red onions.

  4. 10

    Step 4: Choose Your Sauce

    Serve with your choice of homemade tzatziki sauce or a drizzle of sriracha sauce to taste.

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