BAZELLA (MIDDLE EASTERN-STYLE BEEF CASSEROLE)

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This Middle Eastern-style beef casserole is easy to prepare and makes an excellent weekend lunch or supper dish.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lb lean braising steak, cut into small cubes
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/4 cups red wine
5 ounces tomato paste
1 1/4 cups water
1 fresh bay leaf
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 ounce shelled fava beans, fresh
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
salt & freshly ground black pepper
crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • Heat the oil in heavy-based frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and gently fry until golden.
  • Add the braising steak and cinnamon, and fry for a further 3-5 minutes, stirring, until the meat is lightly browned. Transfer the contents of the frying pan to a casserole.
  • Deglaze the frying pan with half the wine, and pour this mixture into the casserole.
  • Add the tomato paste, water and remaining wine to the casserole. Stir in the bay leaf and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and season to taste.
  • Place the casserole in the oven and cook for 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the beans and cook for a further 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the parsley just before serving.
  • Ladle into serving dishes and garnish each dish with a parsley sprig.
  • Serve with good crusty bread.

eka m
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The beef was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Rachel Banda
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This dish is amazing! The beef is fall-apart tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Oluwabunmi Aggreh
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I love this recipe! The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and delicious. I always serve it over rice and it's a perfect comfort food meal.


Xurmo Daacad
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Maria Dina Rodriquez
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I'm not a big fan of Middle Eastern food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this again.


Sadia Holy
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and delicious. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Ugochi Emeana
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The beef was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Delana Blevins
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This dish is amazing! The beef is fall-apart tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


BiR eY
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I love this recipe! The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and delicious. I always serve it over rice and it's a perfect comfort food meal.


JOSE ARISMENDI
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


thahouse offood
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this dish. The beef was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this again.


Yaqoob Baloch
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The beef was fall-apart tender and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Malik Ali hassan
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. The guests raved about the flavors and how well the beef was cooked. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jaydelynnchavez 221
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My family loved this recipe! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.