Shawarma-Spiced Lamb Bowl

Name: Shawarma-Spiced Lamb Bowl
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb halal boneless leg of lamb, thinly sliced; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1 tsp sumac; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup basmati rice; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 cloves garlic, minced

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Dive into the vibrant street food flavors of the Middle East with this deconstructed Shawarma-Spiced Lamb Bowl. Thinly sliced halal leg of lamb is marinated in an authentic blend of shawarma spices—cumin, coriander, cardamom, and sumac—then quickly seared to juicy perfection. Served over fragrant golden turmeric rice, this bowl is topped with tangy quick-pickled red onions and cucumbers, creamy garlic toum sauce, and a generous handful of fresh mint and parsley. It’s a balanced, high-protein meal that’s perfect for meal prep, delivering the iconic taste of shawarma in a wholesome, customizable format that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

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A bowl of shawarma-spiced lamb slices, turmeric rice, pickled vegetables, and garlic sauce

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

SkilletMixing bowlsSmall saucepan

Instructions

1
In a bowl, combine lamb slices with cumin, coriander, cardamom, sumac, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
2
Cook basmati rice according to package directions, adding turmeric to the cooking water.
3
Quick-pickle the red onion by covering slices with vinegar, sugar, and salt for 10 minutes.
4
Mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt to make the garlic sauce.
5
Heat remaining oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear lamb slices for 2-3 minutes per side. Assemble bowls with rice, lamb, pickled onion, and a drizzle of garlic sauce.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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