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Spiced Ground Beef with Hummus and Fresh Herb Toppings Recipe

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This delicious Hummus with Meat recipe combines creamy, smooth hummus with warmly spiced ground beef, topped with tangy lemon-pickled onions and toasted pine nuts for a vibrant and satisfying Middle Eastern-inspired dish. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or a hearty meal, this recipe brings together aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and rich textures in a quick 27-minute preparation.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Pickled Onions

  • 1 red onion (medium, halved and thinly sliced)
  • 1 lemon (large, juiced, or more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or more to taste)

Spiced Ground Beef

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sumac (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Assembly

  • 2 cups hummus
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped)
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts (toasted)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pickled Onions: Add the sliced red onion, lemon juice, and kosher salt to a small bowl. Using your hands, gently squeeze and massage the onions to soften them and help release their juices. Let the onions sit at room temperature while you prepare the beef to develop a tangy, bright flavor.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground beef and cook it undisturbed for a few minutes until the sizzling slows down—this helps to brown the meat properly.
  3. Season the Beef: Break up the beef using the back of a wooden spoon. Add garlic powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, optional sumac, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and kosher salt. Stir well to evenly coat the beef with the spices, infusing it with rich Middle Eastern flavors.
  4. Finish Cooking the Beef: Continue cooking the beef until it is fully browned, glossy, and most of the excess liquid has evaporated. If there is excessive grease, carefully blot it with a paper towel to avoid a greasy dish.
  5. Toast the Pine Nuts: In a small dry pan, toast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. This enhances their nuttiness and makes a perfect garnish or mix-in for the beef.
  6. Assemble the Dish: Spread the hummus onto a serving platter or individual plates, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon. Spoon the warm, spiced ground beef over the hummus, then top with the lemon-pickled onions for a burst of acidity.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Finish the dish by sprinkling toasted pine nuts, fresh chopped parsley, fresh chopped mint, and drizzling extra virgin olive oil over the top. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of flavors and textures.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and use roasted spiced vegetables or mushrooms instead.
  • Adjust the lemon and salt in the pickled onions to suit your taste preference for acidity and saltiness.
  • Sumac adds a tart, lemony flavor but is optional if unavailable; you can substitute with extra lemon zest or juice.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley and mint to brighten the dish and add freshness.
  • Pine nuts can be replaced with toasted slivered almonds or walnuts if preferred.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/spiced-ground-beef-with-hummus-and-fresh-herb-toppings-recipe/