BamiaOkra and Beef Stew
Tender beef simmers in a tomato-rich broth until deeply savory, then okra is added so the stew becomes glossy and full-bodied. The result is hearty and comforting, with a texture that suits bread or porridge beautifully.
Prep
25m
Cook
1h 30m
Serves
4
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Ingredients
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- 600gBeef Shoulder (cut into chunks)
- 400gOkra (trimmed)
- 150gOnion (finely chopped)
- 12gGarlic (crushed)
- 60gTomato Paste
- 800mlBeef Stock
- 30mlVegetable Oil
- 4gCoriander Powder
- 3gCumin Powder
- 2gChili Powder
- 10gSalt
- 3gBlack Pepper
- 15mlLemon Juice
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Method
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- 01
Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy pot over medium heat, then brown the beef shoulder well on all sides.
- 02
Add the onion and cook until softened, then stir in the garlic and cook briefly.
- 03
Mix in the tomato paste and cook until it darkens slightly and smells sweeter.
- 04
Pour in the beef stock and add the coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 05
Cover and simmer gently until the beef shoulder is tender.
- 06
Add the okra and continue cooking until it is soft and the stew has thickened slightly.
- 07
Stir in the lemon juice just before serving.
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