One-Pot Cumin-Spiced Beef & Carrot Pilaf with Fresh Parsley

Enjoy a quick, flavorful dinner with this air-fryer cumin-spiced beef and carrot pilaf, finished with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing taste.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
One-Pot Cumin-Spiced Beef & Carrot Pilaf with Fresh Parsley
Ingredients
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, grated
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp ground coriander
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
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Instructions

1

Preheat air fryer to 400°F. In a large air-fryer-safe bowl or insert, toss sliced beef with olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic until well coated.

⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
2

Add chopped onion and grated carrots to the beef mixture, and mix to combine.

3

Air fry the beef, carrots, and onions together for 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

⏱️ 7 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
4

Add cooked rice to the bowl, toss to combine with the beef and vegetables, and air fry for an additional 3 minutes to heat through.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
5

Remove from air fryer, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
26g
Protein
29g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, for best results, use pre-cooked rice so everything cooks quickly and evenly in the air fryer.

Thinly sliced sirloin, flank, or even leftover roast beef work well for quick cooking.

Coating the beef in olive oil and not overcooking helps keep it juicy; stirring halfway guarantees even cooking.

Yes, try adding peas, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra color and nutrition.

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