Greek Balou

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 16

Traditional Greek Balou Recipe Infused with Beef Consomme and Minute Rice

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

19g

Greek Balou is a traditional Greek dish that consists of ground beef, onions, and rice, all cooked in a flavorful beef consomme soup broth. This recipe adds Minute Rice to the mix to make it a quick and easy meal that you can whip up on busy weeknights. The ground beef and onions give it a hearty flavor, while the rice adds a pleasant texture to the dish. It's a comfort food that will warm you up on cold evenings and provide you with the nutrients you need to stay energized all day.

Instructions

1.	Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink.
2.	Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, stirring occasionally.
3.	Pour in the can of beef consomme soup and a can of water, stirring to combine.
4.	Add the Minute Rice to the skillet, stirring gently to evenly distribute the rice.
5.	Reduce heat to low, and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
6.	Simmer for 5 minutes or until the rice is tender.
7.	Fluff the rice mixture with a fork before serving.

PROS

Greek Balou is a simple and affordable dish that can be made in under 30 minutes.

It has a savory and comforting flavor that is perfect for cold evenings.

The minute rice makes it a convenient meal for busy weeknights when you need to cook something quickly.

CONS

This dish is not particularly healthy as it is high in sodium from the beef consomme soup.

You can reduce the sodium content by using low-sodium beef broth instead.

It’s also not suitable for those who have gluten intolerance as the Minute Rice contains gluten.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
It’s also high in saturated fats, so it should be consumed in moderation.
Onions contain antioxidants and immune-boosting nutrients that can help improve heart health and reduce the risk of cancer.
Minute Rice is enriched with vitamins and minerals and provides a quick source of carbohydrates for energy.

	1 lb ground beef
	1 onion , chopped
	1 campbell 's beef consomme soup
	1 can water
	1 cup Minute Rice