OKRA STEW (ARABIC RECIPE)

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This is a traditional Arabic recipe and is called bamee. This dish is really delicious is very tasty. You can serve it with plain rice.

Provided by Hommus

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs fresh okra or 2 lbs frozen okra
1 -1 1/2 lb lamb (stew meat size)
3 large chopped tomatoes or 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 large chopped onion
6 diced garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups water
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) or 1 teaspoon coriander (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash okra and trim off stems, and dry.
  • Sprinkle okra with oil and place under broiler until lightly browned or fry in vegetable oil until lightly browned (do not use same oil for browning meat).
  • Sauté chopped onions, diced garlic, lamb meat, salt, and spices in olive oil(stirring occasionally) until meat is lightly browned.
  • Add water and stir, bring to boil and then cover and cook on low heat until meat is tender.
  • Add browned okra, chopped tomatoes or (28 oz can diced tomatoes) and ½ cup fresh cilantro or 1 teaspoon coriander (optional).
  • Mix well, cover and simmer until okra is tender.
  • This meal is excellent when served hot with rice. See my recipe for rice.

Tom Smith
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This stew was a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend it.


Sudeep Pariyar
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I didn't like this stew at all. The okra was tough and the sauce was too sour.


Rony Saha
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The okra was a bit too slimy for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Falcon Ultra
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I found this stew to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices or herbs.


Matthew Burdyshaw
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The okra was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Md Tamver Hossen Md Tamver Hossen
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This is my new favorite okra recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen okra, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights.


DJ LH
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This stew is a great way to use up fresh okra. It's easy to make and so flavorful. I love the addition of the lemon juice, which gives the stew a nice brightness.


Salma Shad
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I love this recipe! The okra is so tender and the sauce is amazing. I always serve it over rice and it's the perfect meal.


Raaz Khanal
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This stew was delicious! The okra was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


PRASANTA Roy
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. The okra is always tender and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


SaidanShah Menawal
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This is my new favorite okra recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen okra, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights.


Conbi
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the lemon juice, which gave the stew a nice brightness.


Aliza Sheikh
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This stew was easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of okra, tomatoes, and spices. It's a great way to use up fresh okra from the garden.


Corri
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I'm not usually a fan of okra, but this stew changed my mind. The okra was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal.


Fiko Man
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This okra stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and delicious, and the okra was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.