Bamia Recipe

Name: Bamia Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg Boneless stewing lamb or possibly beef; 2 Tbsp. Ghee or possibly butter, (30 g); 1 lrg Onion, minced fine (70 g); 1/2 tsp Cummin pwdr, (2 g); 1 c. Minced and peeled tomatoes, (200 g); 2 Tbsp. Tomato puree, (30 ml); 1/2 c. Stock or possibly water, (120 ml) Salt and freshly grnd black pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp Sugar, (2 g); 500 gm Fresh okra, (lady fingers); 1 Tbsp. Ghee, (15 g)

Servings: persons

1
TRIM the meat and cut into three cm cubes.
2
Heat ghee or possibly butter in a heavy bottomed pan and brown the meat well, adding a single layer of meat to the pan at a time.
3
Remove from the pan and transfer to a casserole.
4
Lower the heat, add in onion and fry gently till transparent.
5
Add in cummin pwdr, tomatoes, tomato puree and stock.
6
Stir well to lift browned sediment.
7
Pour over the lamb in the casserole.
8
Add in salt and pepper to taste and the sugar.
9
Cover tightly and cook in a moderately warm oven for one-and-a-half hrs.
10
Wash, drain and trim the okra.
11
Heat ghee in a pan, add in okra and fry over medium heat for three min, tossing gently.
12
Arrange okra on top of the meat in the casserole.
13
Cover and cook for further 40 min or possibly till the meat is tender.
14
NOTES : Lamb And Okra Casserole

709

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg Boneless stewing lamb or possibly beef, 2 Tbsp. Ghee or possibly butter, (30 g), 1 lrg Onion, minced fine (70 g), 1/2 tsp Cummin pwdr, (2 g), and more.

Yes, Bamia Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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