Shumë me Mish
Shumë me Mish, meaning 'much with meat,' is a hearty and flavorful dish that showcases Kosovo's love for meat. It typically features slow-cooked lamb or beef with a rich blend of vegetables and aromatic spices, often served with a side of traditional bread or rice.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Lamb shoulder or beef chuck(cut into 2-inch cubes)
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 medium Carrots(peeled and roughly chopped)
- 2 medium Bell peppers (mixed colors)(seeded and chopped)
- 400 g Tomatoes(canned, crushed)
- 500 ml Beef or lamb broth
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 Bay leaf
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
💡 Tip: Ensures even cooking for a tender result. - 2
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the meat in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove browned meat and set aside.
- 3
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the chopped carrots and bell peppers, and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- 5
Return the browned meat to the pot. Add the crushed tomatoes, beef or lamb broth, paprika, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper.
💡 Tip: Ensure the liquid covers most of the meat. - 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the pot tightly and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 7
Cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened.
💡 Tip: Check occasionally and add more broth if it looks too dry. - 8
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
💡 Tip: Serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the meat overnight with some of the spices.
- ✓Adjust the amount of paprika to your spice preference.
- ✓This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add potatoes or other root vegetables along with the carrots.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.