Beef and Almond Rice

Beef and Almond Rice is a hearty Moroccan-inspired dish that combines tender beef, aromatic spices, and crunchy almonds over fluffy rice. This high-protein meal is perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Beef (ground or diced) - 250 grams
• Almonds (sliced) - 50 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Beef broth - 300 ml
• Fresh coriander - a handful, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, ground beef, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Once the beef is cooked, add the beef broth to the pan and bring to a boil.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the beef mixture. Stir gently to combine, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the broth.
6. Meanwhile, in a dry skillet, toast the sliced almonds over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve topped with the toasted almonds and fresh coriander.

Nutrition

• Calories: 610
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from almonds that support heart health.

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