Bamya Bil Lahme (Okra With Meat Stew) Recipe

Name: Bamya Bil Lahme (Okra With Meat Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter or 6 tablespoons olive oil; 2 lbs lamb or 2 lbs beef stew meat; 2 onions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander (or 4 whole pods); 1 cup chopped tomato (peeled and seeded); 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup stock (beef); 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); 1 1/2 lbs okra (baby, fresh or frozen); 1 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons unsalted butter or 6 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs lamb or 2 lbs beef stew meat
2 onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander (or 4 whole pods)
1 cup chopped tomato (peeled and seeded)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup stock (beef)
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1 1/2 lbs okra (baby, fresh or frozen)
1 lemon, juice of

1
Heat 4 tablespoons butter or oil in a large stock pot over medium high heat. Working in small batches, brown meat, turning constantly, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
2
Add onions to meat and saute until translucent, 8-10 minutes.
3
Add garlic, cumin, coriander, tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock. Stir well.
4
Add salt and pepper to taste.
5
Cover tightly and cook for about 45 minutes- 1 hour or until meat is tender. Add more water if it becomes dry.
6
Prepare okra by rinsing in cool water. Cut the stem end off each and poke holes in them to absorb the liquid.
7
Once meat is tender add okra and 1-2 cups water.
8
Pour lemon juice over mixture (this reduces the slimy texture of the okra).
9
Cook an additional 30-45 minutes on low heat until it has a thick stew consistency and okra is soft.
10
Serve warm with rice.

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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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter or 6 tablespoons olive oil, 2 lbs lamb or 2 lbs beef stew meat, 2 onions, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Bamya Bil Lahme (Okra With Meat Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Bamya Bil Lahme (Okra With Meat Stew)

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