If I do have problems with a recipe or if it didn't turn out the way it should have done, then I just leave a comment without any rating. Description: Beef and Okra Stew (Bemia Egyptian) Ingredients Needed: 2lbs of Beef Cubes 2 small diced onions (or 1 large onion)2 Tablespoons of oil1/2 Te. Stir the onions and garlic well, then add the okra, a quarter spoon of black pepper and a quarter of a spoon of dry coriander, and stir for 5 minutes. In a cooking pot, put a tablespoon of ghee, a chopped medium onion, and two cloves of garlic. It was just like the one my mum used to make when I was growing up, so it was the perfect thing to make me feel better. I may sometimes do a bit of tweaking but that is only due to my family's tastes. Leave it for 5 minutes until it starts to boil then Reduce the temperature and leave it for 25 minutes. Once I was at home sick and my dear friend, Rania, made me a big pot of this warming beef and okra stew. Since I only pick recipes that I know my family will enjoy (looking at the list of ingredients), it's either 5 or 4 stars, I do not go any lower. The resulting mix is highly fragrant and savory with a robust herbaceous element. ![]() It is usually cooked with lamb, however I am not a big fan of lamb (despite of being middle eastern) so I usually cook it with beef instead. The blend’s ingredients can vary, but the common elements tend to be thyme, garlic, and mint, with hazelnuts being the most popular nut. Bamya is a very traditional Egyptian dish but it is still very common in all Arab countries. It includes a variety of herbs, spices, and nuts. It often has meat too, but can be made vegetarian. Dukkah is sometimes spelled duqqa and is Egypt’s blend of spices. Recipes I have posted are ALL tried and tested and have been enjoyed by all! So, I hope you and your family will enjoy as well! My rating system is fairly simple. Bamia is a classic Middle Eastern okra stew made with okra in a tomato sauce. I search for recipes that carry ingredients I can get hold of locally (or I have stocked in my cupboard!). Stephen King and Dean Koontz are my all time favourite authors, and, of course, LOVE Calvin and Hobbes (does it show?!!) Once the okra is cooked, taste the stew and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Stir the stew occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. This dish is popular throughout the Middle East and can be prepared with lamb or beef. Drain, rinse and dry the okra and proceed with the recipe. ![]() I thoroughly enjoy baking, but have to admit, I have two left hands when it comes to decorating cakes! I also do a bit of knitting (beginner's stage) and reading. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the stew simmer for about 2025 minutes, or until the okra pods are tender. Trim the conical tops with a sharp knife, then soak the okra in red wine-vinegar (Khall) for 30 minutes, allowing 1/2 cup vinegar per pound. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day. Bamya, is a hot pot of okra, meat and zesty tomato sauce. Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. Everyone loves a hearty stew, especially on a cold winters evening.
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