Saudi Okra Stew With Meat (Bamia) Recipe

Name: Saudi Okra Stew With Meat (Bamia)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 kg okra; 1/2 kg of cubed lamb, cubed chicken fillets or 1/2 kg chicken piece; 1/4 cup oil; 2 big onions; 2 cups of fresh blended tomatoes; 1 teaspoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander powder; 1 teaspoon crushed garlic; 2 cups hot water; 1/4 cup coriander leaves, chopped (cilantro); 1 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1/2 kg okra
1/2 kg of cubed lamb, cubed chicken fillets or 1/2 kg chicken piece
1/4 cup oil
2 big onions
2 cups of fresh blended tomatoes
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander powder
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
2 cups hot water
1/4 cup coriander leaves, chopped (cilantro)
1 lemon, juice of

1
Wash okra and chop off stems.
2
Cut onions into fine pieces.
3
Saute onions in oil till golden on medium.
4
Add garlic and stir for a few seconds.
5
Add spices stir for a few seconds add meat cook till water from meat drys on medium heat.
6
Stir at intervals.
7
Add tomato paste stir for a few seconds add blended tomatoes and water to meat, cook until meat is done.
8
Add okra to meat and simmer on medium low for 13 minutes.
9
Add the chopped coriander and lemon juice, simmer another 3 minutes.
10
Serve hot with basmati white rice.

395

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/2 kg okra, 1/2 kg of cubed lamb, cubed chicken fillets or 1/2 kg chicken piece, 1/4 cup oil, 2 big onions, and more.

Yes, Saudi Okra Stew With Meat (Bamia) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Saudi Okra Stew With Meat (Bamia)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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