Stew
Nubian Weika (Dried Okra Stew)

Nubian Weika (Dried Okra Stew)

Egypt

60Minutes
EasyLevel
4Serves
8Steps
About

A traditional Nubian stew from Aswan and the far south, thickened with sun-dried okra powder into a silky green sauce eaten with bread or over sorghum.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Dried okra powder (weika)4 tbsp
Beef or lamb, cubed400 g
Onion, chopped1
Garlic, crushed4 cloves
Tomato, grated2
Ground coriander1 tsp
Ghee or oil3 tbsp
Stock or water4 cups
Salt and black pepperto taste

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