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Halal Cart-Style Lamb Over Rice

This Mediterranean spiced lamb over saffron rice is our homemade take on the iconic halal cart bowl, packed with warm spices, fresh herbs, and a generous drizzle of tzatziki. It comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes like something you'd wait in line for.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients
 

Lamb

  • ¼ yellow onion finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon mint finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon harissa optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Add the yellow onion, garlic, mint, parsley, cumin powder, coriander powder, paprika, harissa, dried oregano, cayenne, salt, and ground lamb to a large mixing bowl. Mix well so everything is evenly distributed. Take a teaspoon of the mixture and microwave on high for 20 seconds. Taste for seasoning and adjust to your preferences.
    ¼ yellow onion, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon mint, 4 tablespoons parsley, 1 ½ teaspoon cumin powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon harissa, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon cayenne, 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 pound ground lamb
  • Add oil to a heavy bottomed pan (like cast iron) and place the pan over high heat. Once the oil is heated, add the lamb mixture, and quickly flatten it into a single layer, covering the bottom of the pan.
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Allow the lamb to cook, undisturbed, for about 5 minutes until the bottom is nicely browned and the edges are crispy. Then, using a wooden spoon, break up the meat and cook until it is no longer pink.
  • Serve over saffron rice with tzatziki sauce and cucumber and tomato salad and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Halal Cart-Style Lamb Over Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
310
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
11
g
Cholesterol
 
80
mg
27
%
Sodium
 
520
mg
23
%
Potassium
 
310
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
20
g
40
%
Vitamin A
 
420
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
35
mg
4
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.