Explore 47 recipes from the grain bowl collection.
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◷ 110 minmedium
A vibrant Caribbean-inspired grain bowl featuring slow-braised jerk chicken served atop a bed of quinoa and roasted seasonal sweet potatoes, garnished with fresh mango salsa and chopped cilantro for a balanced, flavorful weeknight meal.
Mar 19
◷ 60 minmedium
A fragrant and tender pressure-cooked chicken rendang featuring seasonal Indonesian spices and slow-simmered coconut rice. This dish highlights traditional Indonesian flavors using an accessible pressure cooking technique for a weeknight-friendly meal.
Jan 30
◷ 80 minmedium
A wholesome Lebanese-inspired grain bowl featuring fragrant lentils and rice topped with tender, spiced roasted chicken and caramelized onions. This dish combines seasonal autumn produce such as sweet carrots and fresh parsley, making it nutritious and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Jan 30
◷ 200 minmedium
This hearty grain bowl features slow braised Ethiopian-style beef tibs infused with traditional spices, served over a bed of fluffy injera-inspired teff grains and topped with sautéed seasonal vegetables. It embraces slow braising as a comforting cooking method and highlights Ethiopian flavors without fusion elements, making it perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal.
Jan 29
◷ 205 minmedium
A comforting Peruvian-inspired stew featuring slow-braised beef seasoned with traditional spices, served atop a fluffy quinoa grain bowl and complemented by oven-roasted seasonal vegetables.
Jan 27
◷ 45 minmedium
A vibrant Peruvian-inspired stir-fry featuring tender poached chicken and nutrient-packed quinoa, tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables and finished with a zesty aji verde sauce. This recipe highlights traditional flavors while embracing a practical cooking technique perfect for weeknight meals.
Jan 25
◷ 45 minmedium
A vibrant Indonesian-inspired grain bowl featuring turmeric-seasoned tofu stir-fried to golden perfection, paired with steamed seasonal vegetables and nutty brown rice, topped with a fragrant peanut sauce for a nutritious and balanced weeknight meal.
Jan 25
◷ 60 minmedium
A hearty and wholesome Filipino-inspired grain bowl featuring poached chicken, nutty mung beans, and fresh seasonal vegetables. Served over a bed of brown rice and drizzled with a light calamansi vinaigrette, this dish is a comforting weeknight meal highlighting simple techniques and classic flavors.
Jan 22
◷ 50 minmedium
A vibrant Indonesian-inspired grain bowl featuring tender grilled chicken marinated in traditional spices, served over fragrant coconut rice with fresh seasonal mango slices, cucumber ribbons, and crispy fried shallots for texture.
Jan 17
◷ 50 minmedium
A light and flavorful grain bowl featuring poached chicken in traditional Indonesian yellow spice paste, served over a bed of seasonal quinoa and fresh vegetables. This dish balances aromatic turmeric and lemongrass with vibrant, crisp produce for a wholesome weeknight meal.
Jan 15
◷ 210 minmedium
A comforting Filipino-inspired beef nilaga, slow-braised to tender perfection and served over a bed of fragrant garlic rice with seasonal vegetables. This hearty grain bowl harmonizes classic Filipino flavors with a slow-braising technique, highlighting fresh winter produce like cabbage and potatoes, making it an ideal nourishing weeknight meal.
Jan 9
◷ 50 minmedium
A vibrant Lebanese-inspired dish featuring tender steamed chicken infused with lemon and fresh herbs, served atop a nutty freekeh grain bowl with sautéed seasonal vegetables. This healthy and approachable meal highlights traditional flavors and a steaming technique for weeknight ease.
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Compare the ingredients, cooking time and equipment below to find a dish that fits your plans. Each recipe includes quantities and a step-by-step method.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade), olive oil, divided, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: large ovenproof skillet or Dutch oven, baking sheet, medium saucepan, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken thighs, coconut milk (for rendang), coconut milk (for rice), jasmine rice, shallot. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker, rice cooker or pot for rice, blender or food processor, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, spatula or wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in chicken thighs as they remain moist and flavorful under pressure cooking.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 80 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: brown or green lentils (rinsed), brown rice (rinsed), bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, carrots, peeled and diced, onions, thinly sliced. Equipment: large roasting pan, medium saucepan with lid, frying pan or skillet, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For best results, rinse the rice and lentils thoroughly to remove excess starch and dirt.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 200 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 3 cm cubes, niter kibbeh (Ethiopian clarified butter) or unsalted butter, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, fresh ginger, grated. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, medium saucepan, frying pan, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring jug, lid for pot.
Kitchen tip: For best results, use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to ensure even heat distribution during slow braising.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 205 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 4 cm cubes, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ground cumin. Equipment: large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, baking tray, medium saucepan, mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Brown the beef well for richer flavor and better texture.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: quinoa, rinsed thoroughly, chicken breasts (about 300 g total), water or low-sodium chicken broth for poaching, red bell pepper, thinly sliced, snap peas, trimmed. Equipment: medium saucepan, large skillet or wok, knife, cutting board, blender or food processor, measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl.
Kitchen tip: Rinsing quinoa removes bitterness and yields a fluffier texture.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pressed and cut into 2 cm cubes, for seasoning tofu, for marinating tofu, for frying tofu, uncooked. Equipment: large frying pan or wok, medium saucepan with lid, steaming basket or steamer insert, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, spoon or whisk.
Kitchen tip: Press tofu thoroughly before marinating to ensure it crisps up nicely during frying.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: hulled mung beans, rinsed, brown rice, rinsed, skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 600 g total), carrot, peeled and julienned, cucumber, thinly sliced. Equipment: medium saucepan, small bowl, large pot or deep saucepan, slotted spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.
Kitchen tip: Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 74°C (165°F).
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless skinless chicken thighs, jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, ripe mango, peeled and sliced. Equipment: grill or grill pan, medium saucepan with lid, mixing bowls, knife, peeler or mandoline, tongs, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: Marinate chicken at least 15 minutes but no longer than 2 hours to avoid overpowering the delicate meat.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, lemongrass, bruised and cut into 5 cm lengths, fresh turmeric root, peeled and chopped (or 1 tsp ground turmeric), garlic, peeled, ginger, peeled and chopped. Equipment: medium saucepan, blender or food processor, large skillet or shallow pan, fine mesh strainer (optional), medium pot with lid.
Kitchen tip: Poaching chicken gently instead of boiling helps keep it tender and juicy.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 210 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef shank or brisket, cut into large chunks, water, onion, peeled and halved, ginger, sliced, whole black peppercorns. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, rice cooker or medium saucepan, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Start the broth early to allow full slow braising time for maximum tenderness.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: freekeh (roasted green wheat grain), boneless skinless chicken breasts, lemon, zested and juiced, extra virgin olive oil, divided, garlic, minced. Equipment: Steamer basket or steaming setup, Saucepan with lid, Large skillet or frying pan, Knife and chopping board, Mixing bowl, Measuring cups and spoons, Tongs or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness for food safety and juiciness.