How to Make Beef and Okra Bamia - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a flavorful and hearty dish to add to your dinner repertoire, then you should definitely give Beef and Okra Bamia a try. This Middle Eastern dish is packed with tender beef, okra, and a rich tomato-based sauce that will have your taste buds singing. Not only is it delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make, making it the perfect weeknight meal for busy individuals and families.

Originally hailing from Egypt, Beef and Okra Bamia has made its way into many Mi...

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 pound beef top sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ large onion, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (10 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen okra, thawed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • salt to taste
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon salt over steak cubes; cook and stir meat in the hot oil with onion and garlic until meat is seared, about 5 minutes; reduce heat to medium; cook and stir until meat is browned, about 3 more minutes. Remove steak pieces and set aside.
  • Stir tomato sauce and tomato paste into same pot; mix in okra, water, coriander, white pepper, and cumin. Bring to a boil; season with additional salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer until okra is tender, 30 to 45 minutes; return pieces of beef to the bamia. Simmer until flavors are blended, about 10 minutes; garnish with slices of jalapeno pepper.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 1707mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 92mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 650mg