How to Make Bamya Bil Lahme (Egyptian Okra Meat Stew) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bamya Bil Lahme, also known as Egyptian okra meat stew, is a flavorful and comforting dish that is popular in Egyptian cuisine. This dish consists of tender pieces of meat, usually lamb or beef, cooked with fresh okra in a rich and fragrant tomato-based sauce.

Okra, also known as lady’s fingers, is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that is widely used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking. When cooked properly, okra becomes tender and succulent, adding a unique texture and fl...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, or more to taste
  • 2 pounds cubed lamb stew meat
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 cup chopped, seeded tomato
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 ½ pounds okra, stems trimmed
  • 2 cups water, or as needed
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook lamb in small batches, turning constantly, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Add onions to the lamb and saute until translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add beef stock, chopped tomato, tomato paste, garlic, cumin, and coriander; stir well. Season with salt and pepper. Cover tightly and reduce heat. Simmer until meat is tender, adding more water if stew becomes too dry, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Rinse okra in cool water. Poke holes into okra to help absorb liquid. Add to the stew. Pour lemon juice over okra to reduce their slimy texture.
  • Simmer on low until okra is soft and stew is thickened, 30 to 45 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    388 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 106mg
    • Sodium: 548mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 50mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 909mg