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Mediterranean Beef Bowls with Harissa Oil

Mediterranean Beef Bowls with Harissa Oil

Mediterranean Beef Bowls with Harissa Oil is a quick, flavorful, and protein-packed meal featuring warm spices and fresh toppings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine Mediterranean/Middle Eastern
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 417.1 kcal

Equipment

  • large nonstick pan
  • small skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Harissa Oil

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes

For the Beef Bowl

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baharat
  • ½ teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika

To Serve

  • 3 units Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 3 units Persian cucumbers, diced
  • Kosher salt
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 units radishes, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • Castelvetrano or kalamata olives, pitted
  • 2 cups cooked whole grains (bulgur, farro, barley, or brown rice), warmed
  • Tahini Sauce or Creamy Feta Dressing

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small skillet, warm the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the harissa paste and Aleppo pepper flakes and stir to combine. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large nonstick pan, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring regularly, until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and water.
  • Add the ground beef and season with another pinch of salt. Cook, stirring regularly, until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if using fatty beef. Add the baharat and smoked paprika. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink. Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove from heat.
  • Toss the tomato and cucumber with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
  • Divide the grains among serving bowls and top with ground beef. Drizzle on the harissa oil, followed by tahini or feta dressing. Top with vegetables, herbs, and olives. Serve remaining sauces, veggies, and olives in small bowls.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 417.1kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 26.2gFat: 21.2gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 11.6gTrans Fat: 0.7gCholesterol: 73.7mgSodium: 221.3mgPotassium: 762.6mgFiber: 5.1gSugar: 4.5gVitamin A: 1125.4IUVitamin C: 32.3mgCalcium: 52.2mgIron: 4.6mg
Keyword Gluten-Free, Harissa Oil, Mediterranean Beef Bowls, Protein-Packed, quick meal, spicy
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