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Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice

Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice

This Mediterranean Ground Beef and Rice is a flavorful one pot meal made with warm spices, tender ground beef, fluffy basmati rice, and protein packed chickpeas. Ready in 35 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon 7 Spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup basmati rice rinsed and drained
  • 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Fresh chopped parsley for serving
  • Toasted pine nuts for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and ground beef. Season with 7 Spice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook about 8 minutes until onions are soft and beef is browned.
  • Add rice and chickpeas. Stir to combine.
  • Pour water on top and mix. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with tight fitting lid and cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat but keep covered. Allow steam to continue cooking rice for 5-10 more minutes.
  • Uncover, fluff rice, sprinkle with parsley and pine nuts. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Keep the lid tight and don't peek during cooking.
  • Rinse rice to remove excess starch.
  • Use lean ground beef (90% or higher).
  • Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days. Freeze up to 3 months.