Lamb Spinach Rice
A comforting and flavorful bowl made with juicy ground lamb, tender sautéed spinach, and fluffy white rice, perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, and warm cumin. This hearty meal is simple to prepare, deeply satisfying, and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cups water or broth
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 2 cups water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until tender.
- While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground lamb, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted and tender.
- Once the rice is done, let it rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Spoon the rice into bowls and top with the lamb and spinach mixture. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use broth instead of water for deeper flavor in the rice.
- Do not cook the lamb over high heat to prevent it from drying out.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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