1 pound ground lamb
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely diced onion
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped plus more for garnish
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped plus more for garnish
1 tomato diced
1 cup cooked Turmeric Rice (or other rice of choice)
1 cucumber peeled and diced
1 cup hummus (homemade or store bought)
1 cup feta cheese
2 pita bread optional, for serving
Directions
Make the spiced ground lamb: heat a large saute pan over medium heat. Add olive oil. When oil is hot, add onions and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, until starting to soften.
Add ground lamb. Brown lamb until cooked through.
Add paprika, allspice, red pepper flakes, ginger, salt and pepper. Mix until fully combined, cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in fresh herbs.
Assemble bowls: in a bowl, layer cooked rice, then top with some of the spiced ground lamb, tomatoes, cucumbers, hummus and feta. Sprinkle with more fresh mint and parsley if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings