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Golden Rice Bowls with Spiced Ground Beef, Carrots, and Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe

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These Golden Rice Bowls combine fragrant turmeric and curry-spiced rice with a savory ground beef mixture, topped with a creamy cilantro lime sauce. Perfectly balanced with sweet golden raisins and bright citrus flavors, this hearty and colorful dish is a delicious one-pot meal ideal for weeknight dinners.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Ingredients

For the Golden Rice

  • 1 cup white rice (long grain or basmati recommended)
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp yellow curry powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp white sugar
  • ⅓ cup golden raisins

For the Ground Beef Mixture

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garam masala

For the Cilantro Lime Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tsp honey

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Golden Rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water according to package instructions. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice with water as per package measurements. Stir in turmeric, yellow curry powder, salt, and sugar. Cover with a lid and cook on the stovetop for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove half of this mixture and set aside in a small bowl for later use.
  3. Cook Ground Beef Mixture: In the same skillet, add diced carrots and ground beef. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and garam masala. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through and carrots have softened.
  4. Make the Cilantro Lime Sauce: Combine sour cream, lime juice, fresh cilantro, and honey in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Set aside until serving.
  5. Finish the Golden Rice: Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and fold in the reserved sautéed onion mixture and golden raisins to incorporate them evenly.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Spoon a generous portion of the golden rice into bowls, top with the ground beef mixture, and drizzle with the cilantro lime sauce. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef for a leaner option.
  • Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the heat level.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangier sauce and added protein.
  • Ensure to rinse the rice well to prevent it from becoming sticky.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.

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