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Arabian Stew

Serving Details

  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Recipe Description

Arabian Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish featuring tender meat, vegetables, and a medley of aromatic spices. This dish is a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, combining ingredients like lamb or beef with tomatoes, chickpeas, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for family dinners, it pairs wonderfully with rice or flatbread.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg lamb or beef, cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef or chicken stock
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 5 minutes.

Step 2: Brown the Meat

  • Add the lamb or beef cubes to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

Step 3: Add Spices and Tomatoes

  • Stir in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes and mix well.

Step 4: Simmer the Stew

  • Pour in the stock and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.

Step 5: Add Vegetables

  • Add carrots, potatoes, and chickpeas to the pot.
  • Continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.

Step 6: Serve

  • Garnish the stew with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or flatbread.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg

FAQs

Can I use chicken instead of lamb or beef?

Yes, chicken can be used as a substitute, but the cooking time will be reduced to about 40 minutes total.

What can I serve with Arabian Stew?

This stew pairs well with basmati rice, couscous, or freshly baked flatbread.

Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Yes, replace the meat with additional vegetables like zucchini or eggplant, and use vegetable stock instead of beef or chicken stock.

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