Ground Beef Shawarma Bowls Spiced to Perfection

This Savory Ground Beef Shawarma Bowls Recipe is a delicious and fulfilling meal option that’s perfect for a busy weeknight. Combining spiced ground beef with fresh vegetables and a variety of toppings, it makes for an easy dinner recipe that everyone will love.

With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this ground beef recipe can be adapted to suit your taste, making it a versatile dish for various occasions.

Easy Ground Beef Shawarma Bowls

This recipe features seasoned ground beef cooked to perfection, served over a bed of rice or quinoa, and topped with fresh vegetables, tahini or yogurt sauce, and optional garnishes. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare, serves 4 people, and is a great way to enjoy the flavors of shawarma at home.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa for serving
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cucumber diced
1/4 red onion thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Tahini or yogurt sauce for drizzling
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add Spices and Beef: Stir in the ground beef, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne, if using. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks (about 8-10 minutes).
Prepare the Bowls: To assemble, place a serving of rice or quinoa in each bowl. Top with a generous portion of the spiced ground beef, followed by the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Finish with Toppings: Drizzle with tahini or yogurt sauce, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and add lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Serve: Enjoy your Ground Beef Shawarma Bowls warm and fresh!