Stew
Bamia (Egyptian Okra Stew)

Bamia (Egyptian Okra Stew)

Egypt

95Minutes
EasyLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

A homely Egyptian stew of small okra pods simmered with lamb or beef in a garlicky tomato sauce, served across the country with white rice.

Equipment
  • Heavy pot
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
Ingredients
Lamb or beef, cubed500 g
Small okra (fresh or frozen)600 g
Tomato passata or blended tomatoes2 cups
Tomato paste2 tbsp
Onion, chopped1
Garlic, crushed6 cloves
Ground coriander1 tbsp
Ghee or oil3 tbsp
Fresh coriander (optional)1 handful
Salt and black pepperto taste

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