TUNISIAN BEEF STEW (LIFTIYYA)

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This recipe comes from the book "Real Stew". The name on the book was: Turnip,Tomato, Chickpea, and Spinach Stew with Beef from Tunisia (pretty long name). I'm posting the recipe as it appears on the book, but I made it on the crock pot, adding the chickpeas and spinach in the last 1/2 hour.

Provided by MsPia

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons tabil, Tabil-Tunisian Spice Mix
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 lb fresh tomato, chopped
1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons harissa, Harissa Paste
1/2 cup canned chick-peas
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 lbs turnips, peeled and quartered
2/3 cup parsley, finely chopped
10 ounces spinach, cut into strips
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Roll the meat in Tabil and black pepper.
  • In a casserole, heat the olive the oil over medium heat.
  • Brown the meat with the onions until coated with a syrupy gravy, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup of the water, the Harissa, chickpeas, and cayenne, and bring to a boil, stirring.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add the remaining 1/2 cup of water, the turnips, parsley, spinach, and salt, season with black pepper, and cook until the turnips are easily pierced with a skewer, about an hour.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.4, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 1210.2, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 11.4, Protein 27.5

sarswti paneru
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Would recommend!


Lisa Lisa
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Alberto Jeronimo
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Overall, a great recipe that I'll definitely be making again.


Rocky Gamer
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Ldyia Nakibuuka
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious!


The Ordinary World
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The flavors in this stew were incredible! The beef was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I especially loved the combination of spices, which gave the dish a unique and authentic taste.


Felicia Hope
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that it was very good. The beef was tender and the vegetables were cooked well. I think next time I'll use less harissa or maybe even omit it altogether.


Impressive Forex
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I'm not usually a fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was incredibly tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The addition of the vegetables added a nice touch of freshness and crunch. Overall, a great recipe that I'll def


Treasure Belive
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Tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The stew was easy to make and the ingredients were readily available. The beef was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The flavors were well-balanced and the sauce


Erika Nyman
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Just made this stew and it turned out amazing! The beef was fall-apart tender and the sauce was packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of spices, which gave the dish a unique and authentic taste. Will definitely be making this again.


Safwan Shaikh
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This Tunisian beef stew was a delightful culinary journey! The flavors were incredibly complex and rich, with the tender beef, savory vegetables, and fragrant spices creating a harmonious symphony in my mouth. I highly recommend this dish to anyone l