How to Make Bamieh (Middle Eastern Okra Stew) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bamieh, also known as okra, is a popular vegetable in Middle Eastern cuisine and is used in a variety of dishes. One of the most beloved ways to prepare bamieh is as a stew, a warm and comforting dish that is perfect for cooler weather. This delicious and nutritious stew is packed with flavor and is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

What sets bamieh apart from other vegetables is its unique texture and flavor. When cooked properly, okra takes on a deliciously slimy a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds cubed lamb stew meat
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic paste
  • 5 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 2 pounds frozen sliced okra

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion, salt, and black pepper; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned a light golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add lamb, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and garlic paste. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lamb starts to brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste; cook and stir for another 5 minutes.
  • Dissolve beef bouillon cubes in 4 cups boiling water. Pour broth into the pot with lamb and stir in okra. If necessary, add water to cover okra. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the cover and cook until lamb is very tender and stew reaches desired thickness, 45 minutes to 1 hour
  • Nutrition

    262 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 779mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 229mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 791mg