Stew
Kamounia (Cumin Beef Stew)
About
A deeply cumin-scented Cairo beef stew whose very name comes from kammoun (cumin), slow-simmered in a garlicky tomato sauce until the meat falls apart and served over vermicelli rice.
Equipment
- Heavy pot with lid
- Wooden spoon
- Chopping board
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Stewing beef, cubed700 g
Onion2
Garlic6 cloves
Ground cumin2 tbsp
Ground coriander1 tsp
Tomatoes, grated or chopped3
Tomato paste2 tbsp
Bay leaf1
Cardamom pods3
Salt1.5 tsp
Black pepper0.5 tsp
Ghee or oil3 tbsp
Hot water or beef brothabout 3 cups
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