SAUDI OKRA STEW WITH MEAT (BAMIA)

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This is a family favorite. It could be made with either meat, chicken fillet or whole disjointed chicken pieces. It's best to use baby okra, they don't go slimy in a hurry.

Provided by lemoncurd

Categories     Curries

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 medium pot, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

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

Ourangzeb Aslam Baloch
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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 stew is always flavorful.


Flygamer 237
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This is the best okra stew I've ever had. The okra is cooked perfectly and the stew is full of flavor.


Qu33n Baloch
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This stew is so flavorful and hearty. I love the combination of spices.


John Pickett
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This Saudi okra stew is a must-try! The flavors are amazing and the okra is cooked to perfection.


Patty Joe
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I love this recipe! The stew is always delicious and the okra is cooked perfectly.


Ayub rajput
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This recipe was a hit! The stew was flavorful and the okra was tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Wura Ayeni
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This was my first time cooking Saudi food, and I was really impressed. The stew was flavorful and the okra was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


crypto conception
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. I will definitely be making this again!


John Ramos
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This stew was so flavorful and hearty. The okra was a great addition and added a nice texture.


Mr. salim
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I had never thought to cook okra this way before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The stew was delicious and the okra was cooked perfectly.


Abdullah Abdullah jorder
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This recipe is a keeper! The okra stew was flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again for my family.


JJ RHEEDER
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This was my first time cooking with okra, and I was really impressed. The stew came out great, and the okra added a nice touch.


Isabella Biscardi
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The okra was tender and the stew was full of flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Owen K
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I especially loved the combination of spices.


Herry Vivar
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I've never had Saudi food before, but this recipe was a great introduction! The stew was flavorful and hearty, and the okra added a nice texture.


Pachha Tamang
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This Saudi okra stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the okra was cooked perfectly.