Trader Joe's Shawarma Kebabs Bowls
Create a vibrant and flavorful 'Shawarma' bowl using convenient Trader Joe's ingredients. Golden-brown kebabs are served over fluffy rice, topped with a refreshing mix of cucumber, tomato, and red onion, and finished with creamy tzatziki, hummus, and a kick of sriracha, optionally served with warm pita bread.
Ingredients
- •2 bags Trader Joe's Frozen Chicken or Beef Kebabs ((typically 12-16 kebabs total))
- •1.5 cup Basmati or Jasmine Rice
- •3 cup Water ((for cooking rice))
- •1 cup Trader Joe's Tzatziki Dip
- •1 cup Hummus
- •2-4 tbsp Sriracha Sauce ((or to taste))
- •0.5 piece Red Onion ((thinly sliced or finely diced))
- •1 piece English Cucumber ((diced))
- •1 pint Cherry or Grape Tomatoes ((halved or quartered))
- •1 tbsp Olive Oil ((for cooking kebabs))
- •to taste undefined Salt
- •to taste undefined Black Pepper
- •2 tbsp Fresh Parsley or Mint ((chopped, for garnish (optional)))
- •1 pack Trader Joe's Pita Bread ((optional, for serving))
Instructions
- 1.
Cook the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice, 3 cups of water, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Time: 30 min - 2.
While the rice cooks, prepare the kebabs: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the frozen Trader Joe's kebabs and cook according to package directions, typically 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and heated through. You can also bake them per package instructions.
Time: 15 min - 3.
Prepare the fresh toppings: While the kebabs and rice are cooking, dice the cucumber, halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice or dice the red onion. You can toss these together with a pinch of salt and pepper, and an optional drizzle of olive oil, for a quick 'salad'.
Time: 10 min - 4.
Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Top each with 3-4 cooked kebabs (from the two bags). Arrange generous spoonfuls of tzatziki and hummus on the side of the kebabs.
Time: 3 min - 5.
Finish and serve: Add a portion of the fresh cucumber, tomato, and red onion mixture to each bowl. Drizzle sriracha over the kebabs and sauces to your liking. Garnish with fresh parsley or mint, if using, and serve immediately. If using, serve with warm pita bread on the side.
Time: 2 min
Tips
- 💡For extra flavor, lightly toast the rice in a dry pan for a few minutes before adding water.
- 💡If you prefer a crispier kebab, consider air frying them instead of pan-frying.
- 💡Warm the hummus slightly in the microwave for 15-30 seconds to make it even creamier and more spreadable.
- 💡Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven for a few seconds until soft and pliable, perfect for scooping.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by Shannon Williams