Vermicelli Rice with Turkey Shawarma

Name: Vermicelli Rice with Turkey Shawarma
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Israeli / Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 500 grams Turkey Breast, sliced (Cut into thin strips for shawarma); 2 tablespoons Shawarma Spice Mix (Adjust to taste); 3 tablespoons Olive Oil (For seasoning turkey and sautéing vermicelli); 1 medium Onion (Sliced thinly); 1 large Bell Pepper (Sliced thinly, any color); 1 cup Basmati Rice (Rinsed well); 1/4 cup Vermicelli Noodles (Broken into small pieces); 1.5 cups Water (For cooking rice); 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste)

This recipe for Vermicelli Rice with Turkey Shawarma is designed for quick preparation, ideal for busy times like before Yom Kippur. Inspired by the traditional Jerusalem mixed grill, it offers a fun and delicious Israeli meal in just 15 minutes using the Ninja Combi SEP703. Enjoy a complete family meal with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

#Quick meal

#Shawarma

#Turkey

#Rice

#Ninja Combi

#Israeli food

#One-pot meal

#Weeknight dinner

The complete Vermicelli Rice with Turkey Shawarma meal

Recipe Information

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

22m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Israeli / Middle Eastern

Hebrew

Nutrition (per serving)

500

Calories

35g

Protein

55g

Carbs

18g

Fat

Close-up of perfectly cooked turkey shawarma

Ingredients

Turkey Breast, sliced
(Cut into thin strips for shawarma)
500 grams
Shawarma Spice Mix
(Adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons
Olive Oil
(For seasoning turkey and sautéing vermicelli)
3 tablespoons
Onion
(Sliced thinly)
1 medium
Bell Pepper
(Sliced thinly, any color)
1 large
Basmati Rice
(Rinsed well)
1 cup
Vermicelli Noodles
(Broken into small pieces)
1 cup
Water
(For cooking rice)
1.5 cups
Salt
(To taste)
1 teaspoon

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Fluffy vermicelli rice ready to be served

Instructions

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Prepare the turkey: Slice the turkey breast into thin strips. In a bowl, combine the turkey strips with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the shawarma spice mix. Mix well to ensure all strips are coated.
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Prepare the turkey: Slice the turkey breast into thin strips. In a bowl, combine the turkey strips with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the shawarma spice mix. Mix well to ensure all strips are coated.
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For better flavor, marinate the turkey for at least 15 minutes if time allows, but it's not essential for this quick recipe.
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Prepare vegetables and rice: Thinly slice the onion and bell pepper. Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
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Prepare vegetables and rice: Thinly slice the onion and bell pepper. Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
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Slicing vegetables uniformly helps them cook evenly in the appliance.
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Sauté vermicelli: In a cooking pot suitable for the Ninja Combi, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the vermicelli noodles and sauté, stirring constantly, until they turn golden brown. Be careful not to burn them.
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Sauté vermicelli: In a cooking pot suitable for the Ninja Combi, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the vermicelli noodles and sauté, stirring constantly, until they turn golden brown. Be careful not to burn them.
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Keep the heat medium to prevent burning the delicate vermicelli noodles.
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Assemble rice mixture: Add the rinsed rice, 1.5 cups of water, and salt to the pot with the sautéed vermicelli. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
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Assemble rice mixture: Add the rinsed rice, 1.5 cups of water, and salt to the pot with the sautéed vermicelli. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
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Avoid overmixing the rice, as it can break the grains and lead to a mushy texture.
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Load the Ninja Combi: Place the seasoned turkey strips and sliced vegetables in the main cooking tray of the Ninja Combi. Place the pot with the rice and vermicelli mixture in the lower rack or a designated area for grains.
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Load the Ninja Combi: Place the seasoned turkey strips and sliced vegetables in the main cooking tray of the Ninja Combi. Place the pot with the rice and vermicelli mixture in the lower rack or a designated area for grains.
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Ensure even distribution of ingredients in both compartments for uniform cooking results.
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Cook in Ninja Combi: Close the Ninja Combi lid securely. Select the 'Combi Cook' or 'Combi Meal' function. Set the temperature to 200°C (400°F) and the cooking time to 15 minutes. Start cooking.
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Cook in Ninja Combi: Close the Ninja Combi lid securely. Select the 'Combi Cook' or 'Combi Meal' function. Set the temperature to 200°C (400°F) and the cooking time to 15 minutes. Start cooking.
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The Ninja Combi simultaneously cooks both components, ensuring a complete and quick meal.
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Serve: Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the cooked turkey shawarma and vermicelli rice from the Ninja Combi. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
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Serve: Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the cooked turkey shawarma and vermicelli rice from the Ninja Combi. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
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A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the shawarma can enhance its flavor.