Explore 47 recipes from the grain bowl collection.
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◷ 230 minmedium
A vibrant Peruvian-inspired grain bowl featuring protein-rich quinoa topped with tender slow-braised pork, roasted seasonal vegetables, and a zesty aji amarillo dressing. This dish embraces traditional Peruvian flavors while using familiar techniques, perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.
Dec 9
◷ 40 mineasy
A vibrant and refreshing grain bowl featuring tender poached mahi-mahi paired with seasoned black beans, sweet mango, and quinoa, finished with a citrusy lime dressing. This dish highlights Caribbean flavors and makes for a wholesome weeknight meal.
Dec 9
◷ 55 minmedium
A wholesome and vibrant Ethiopian-inspired grain bowl featuring tender pressure-cooked chicken seasoned with traditional Berbere spices, served over a bed of nutty teff grains, complemented by sautéed collard greens and spiced lentils. This recipe highlights seasonal produce and traditional Ethiopian flavors with accessible techniques for a balanced weeknight meal.
Dec 4
◷ 50 minmedium
A wholesome grain bowl featuring traditional Ethiopian spiced berbere chicken served atop injera flatbread pieces, accompanied by a medley of pressure-cooked seasonal vegetables and lentils. This dish balances familiar cooking methods with authentic flavors, perfect for a nourishing weeknight meal.
Dec 3
◷ 35 mineasy
A vibrant and wholesome Lebanese-inspired grain bowl featuring stir-fried chickpeas with fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables, served over a bed of fluffy bulgur wheat. This dish highlights traditional Middle Eastern flavors with a simple stir-fry technique, perfect for a nourishing weeknight meal.
Dec 1
◷ 210 minmedium
A comforting weeknight dish featuring slow-braised beef infused with traditional Peruvian spices, served atop fluffy quinoa grains and topped with a vibrant, tangy aji verde sauce. This recipe highlights seasonal produce and balances protein with nutritious grains, showcasing authentic flavors through slow braising to tenderize the meat.
Nov 29
◷ 110 minmedium
A comforting Filipino-inspired grain bowl featuring slow-braised chicken adobo served over fragrant garlic fried rice with sautéed greens and a soft-boiled egg, combining tender, flavorful protein with fresh seasonal produce.
Nov 27
◷ 30 minmedium
A vibrant Ethiopian-inspired beef stir-fry featuring tender strips of beef cooked with traditional spices, served atop injera with a side of sautéed seasonal greens. This dish highlights the bold flavors of berbere and mitmita spices in a quick, weeknight-friendly stir-fry, complemented by the classic sourdough flatbread and fresh vegetables.
Nov 27
◷ 50 minmedium
A wholesome, weeknight-friendly Lebanese-inspired dish featuring spiced grilled chicken served atop a nutty freekeh grain bowl with fresh seasonal vegetables and a tangy yogurt sauce. Crafted with simple grilling and light tossing techniques, it highlights the earthiness of freekeh complemented by vibrant produce and classic Middle Eastern flavors.
Nov 27
◷ 55 minmedium
A comforting Indonesian dish featuring tender fish steamed in banana leaves with fragrant spices, paired with a vibrant turmeric-infused rice bowl showcasing fresh seasonal vegetables. This meal highlights slow steaming technique for delicate flavors and textures, embracing authentic Indonesian culinary tradition with a balanced protein and grain bowl composition.
Nov 27
◷ 265 minmedium
A comforting grain bowl featuring slow-braised Caribbean jerk-spiced pork shoulder paired with fragrant coconut rice and a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables. This dish highlights the richness of Caribbean flavors using a slow braising method to deepen taste and tenderize the pork, served over a vibrant bed of coconut-infused rice for a balanced weeknight meal.
Nov 26
◷ 40 minmedium
A vibrant and wholesome grain bowl featuring steamed fresh fish inspired by traditional Caribbean flavors. This dish includes a medley of seasonal vegetables and hearty grains, offering a light yet satisfying weeknight meal that highlights the freshness of the ingredients.
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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 210 minutes. Allow 230 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: rinsed quinoa, pork shoulder, vegetable oil, divided, yellow onion, garlic. Equipment: medium pot with lid, large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, baking sheet, mixing bowl, fine-mesh sieve or colander, measuring cups and spoons, cutting board and knife.
Kitchen tip: Rinsing quinoa thoroughly removes its natural bitterness for better taste.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 2 servings. Key ingredients: mahi-mahi fillets, quinoa, rinsed, water or vegetable broth, black beans, cooked or canned, drained and rinsed, ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 150 g). Equipment: medium saucepan with lid, small bowl, large skillet or shallow sauté pan, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.
Kitchen tip: Poach the mahi-mahi gently to ensure tender, moist fish without drying.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken thighs, Berbere spice, vegetable oil, teff grain, water or broth for teff. Equipment: pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), medium saucepan, large skillet or frying pan, wooden spoon or spatula, knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, colander.
Kitchen tip: Make sure to rinse the teff grains thoroughly before cooking to remove any grit.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces, berbere spice blend, olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large skillet, mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 35 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bulgur wheat (fine or medium), chickpeas, drained and rinsed, extra virgin olive oil, divided, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: medium saucepan, large skillet or frying pan, knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, citrus juicer (optional).
Kitchen tip: Soaking bulgur in boiling water rather than cooking it makes for a fluffy texture and saves time.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 210 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 4 cm cubes, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, carrot, diced. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, medium saucepan, blender or food processor, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: For best flavor and tenderness, avoid boiling the braising liquid; maintain a gentle simmer.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, soy sauce, cane vinegar or apple cider vinegar, garlic, crushed, bay leaves. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot with lid, frying pan or wok, medium saucepan, slotted spoon, tongs, fine mesh strainer or colander, kitchen timer.
Kitchen tip: For best flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and vinegar for 30 minutes to 1 hour before starting the recipe.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 30 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain, neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil), berbere spice blend, mitmita spice powder, yellow onion, thinly sliced. Equipment: large skillet or wok, sharp knife, cutting board, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring spoons, plate for resting beef.
Kitchen tip: Pat the beef dry before cooking to achieve a better sear and prevent steaming.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: freekeh grain, boneless skinless chicken thighs, red onion, thinly sliced, bell pepper, diced, cherry tomatoes, halved. Equipment: grill or grill pan, large pot, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, wooden spoon, serving bowl.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken for longer (up to 2 hours) if you have time to deepen flavor.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: firm white fish (snapper, tilapia, or grouper), banana leaves, rinsed and cut into squares, ground turmeric, lemongrass, garlic. Equipment: steamer or large pot with steaming rack, large saucepan with lid, mixing bowls, knife, cutting board, grater.
Kitchen tip: If banana leaves are not available, use parchment paper to wrap the fish parcels.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 240 minutes. Allow 265 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder, bone-in, trimmed of excess fat, Caribbean jerk seasoning, vegetable oil, onion, chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, medium saucepan with lid, knife, cutting board, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: For extra heat, add finely chopped Scotch bonnet peppers to the jerk seasoning or vegetables, using gloves when handling hot peppers.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: fresh white fish fillets, olive oil, garlic, minced, fresh lime juice, fresh cilantro, chopped. Equipment: steamer basket or steaming setup, large saucepan or pot, mixing bowl, cutting board, knife, measuring spoons, rice cooker or pot for grains.
Kitchen tip: Use a thermometer to ensure fish reaches an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) for safe consumption.