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Libyan Lamb and Okra Stew
Bamia
A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb, okra, and a rich tomato-based sauce, seasoned with traditional Libyan spices. Often served with couscous or crusty bread.
đ§ Ingredienser
- 1 kg Lamb shoulder(cut into 2-inch cubes)
- 500 g Okra(fresh or frozen, trimmed)
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 6 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 800 g Tomatoes(crushed or pureed)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 tbsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 small Cinnamon stick
- 1 Bay leaf
- 4 cups Water or lamb broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro or parsley(chopped, for garnish)
đšâđł Instruktioner
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb cubes on all sides. Remove lamb and set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in tomato paste, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- 4
Return the lamb to the pot. Add crushed tomatoes, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Pour in water or broth, ensuring the lamb is mostly submerged.
- 5
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender.
- 6
If using fresh okra, you can lightly sauté it in a separate pan with a little oil until slightly tender to reduce sliminess. If using frozen, add it directly to the stew.
- 7
Add the okra to the stew during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking. Stir gently and continue to simmer, covered, until the okra is cooked through and tender.
- 8
Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 9
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot with couscous, rice, or crusty bread.
đĄ Proffstips
- âTo reduce the sliminess of okra, you can salt it and let it sit for 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry before adding to the stew, or lightly sautĂ© it first.
- âFor a richer flavor, use lamb broth instead of water.
- âAdjust the amount of spices to your preference. Some variations include a pinch of chili flakes for a bit of heat.
⚠Idéer för variationer
Inspiration till din egen version av detta recept
- Add a few diced potatoes or carrots along with the lamb for a more substantial stew.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the lamb with firm tofu or extra vegetables like zucchini and eggplant.