Shawarma-Style Beef and Squash Kabsa
Indulge in the rich flavors of the Middle East with this hearty dish, featuring tender stew beef chunks, succulent yellow squash, and fragrant basmati rice, all infused with the warm spices of cumin, coriander, and cardamom. This Shawarma-Style Beef and Squash Kabsa is a true delight for the senses, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in. With its bold flavors and satisfying texture, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Middle Eastern
- middle eastern
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- stew beef chunks
- yellow squash
- basmati rice
Ingredients
- 1lbstew beef chunks, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2mediumyellow squash, peeled and diced
- 1cupbasmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1largeonion, chopped
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1tspground cumin, none
- 1tspground coriander, none
- 0.5tspcardamom powder, none
- 0.5tsppaprika, none
- 1tspsalt, none
- 0.5tspblack pepper, none
- 2tbspsolive oil, none
- 2tbspslemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25cupchopped fresh parsley, chopped
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
32g
64% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 6g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly browned and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
5mmedium-high heat - 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
1mmedium heat - 3
Add the stew beef chunks and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
5mmedium-high heat - 4
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, cardamom powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
1mmedium heat - 5
Add the diced yellow squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is tender and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5mmedium heat - 6
Add the rinsed and drained basmati rice to the saucepan, stirring to combine with the beef and squash mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the rice is lightly toasted.
2mmedium heat - 7
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
12mlow heat - 8
Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley. Serve the Shawarma-Style Beef and Squash Kabsa hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
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