LEBANESE/SYRIAN BAZELLA
After having lived in Syria for the past year for school, I learned how to make several authentic dishes. They will probably taste different outside the Middle East due to the availability of items seasonally and brands of ingredients used. This dish is a blend of carrots, peas and meat in a tomato-based broth that is served with Middle Eastern-style rice. Arabs are used to having family over--it's a family based culture--so it's meant to be shared.
Provided by Mustafas Cook
Categories Stew
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut onion in to small pieces. Do not mince or chop too finely, but at the same time, do not cut or chop too coarsely. Set aside.
- Wash carrots and cut them into 1/4" thick pieces. Basically, you don't want them too thin or they will disintegrate into the broth. You can peel them if you prefer, before cutting. Set aside.
- In a large frying pan, brown the meat with some seasoning salt and pepper. Add the onion and some olive oil from the bottle. Make sure all the meat is brown. Set aside.
- In a stew pan, fry the 3 tbsp of tomato paste in the 1/4 cup olive oil for about 5-8 minutes. If it seems dry-looking, add a small amount of extra oil at a time. It should look chunky in the oil, not runny like soup. Stir constantly, it will burn very fast!
- Reduce the heat, add first 2 cups of water. Stand back, it may spit at you! Keep adding until all 6 cups have been added. Add the soup cubes. Let this boil for 5 minutes. Scrape the bottom of the pan, making sure all of the tomato paste mixes in the water.
- Add the meat, carrots and peas. Allow to come to a boil (takes about 5 minutes) then reduce heat to a simmer. Add salt and pepper to your taste. Cook until meat is tender. Cooking time depends on the quality of meat.
- Serve with Middle Eastern rice.
- Extra water may be added to counter-act any saltiness or if too much evaporated out while cooking.
- Cooking times may vary depending on stove type. Just keep on eye on it and never walk away from cooking food! Stainless steel or a non-stick pan may be used. I prefer non-stick. This may also be transferred to a large crock pot and set on low. Yield depends on how much water is allowed to boil out, but pretty much it makes a lot! Count on leftovers if you're not having people over.
LEBANESE BUTTER BEAN STEW (FASOLIA RECIPE | + VEGAN VERSION)
How to make Fasolia, a traditional Lebanese butter bean stew made with beef/lamb (fasolia bi lahme) or as a vegan/vegetarian butter bean stew. This tomato-based Lebanese bean stew is hearty and wholesome, perfect for serving with rice, salad, and optionally some bread for mopping up all the juices.
Provided by Samira
Categories Main
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- If you're using dried beans, first make sure to rinse and then leave them to soak overnight (at least 8hrs).Then, on the day of making the stew, you'll first need to prepare the beef (if using). You could also cook the vermicelli rice in advance or cook it while preparing the butter bean stew.
- Tinned beans: drain and rinse the beans well, then bring the beans to a boil with 4 cups of water in a deep pot over medium heat. Remove the white foam from the top of the beans, then add ½ tsp salt and one bay leaf. Then cover the beans loosely with a lid (to stop the beans from overflowing). Simmer for 10 minutes. Then drain and rinse once more before setting aside.Technically, the tinned beans don't need to pre-cook before being added to the main pan. I just do so for extra tender results and a little extra flavor. Alternatively, you can add the beans to the pan before adding the tomatoes to the pan and add the bay leaf and salt to the pan.Dry beans: after soaking them overnight, rinse the beans well, then add them to a deep saucepan with 6 cups of water. You can then follow the method above. However, you'll need to simmer the beans for between 20-30 minutes instead.
- Separate the cilantro leaves from the stems and finely chop the stems. Then, store the leaves back in the fridge to keep them "fresh" (we'll be using them at the end).
- Slice the garlic and, if you're using fresh tomatoes, chop roughly and add them to a blender to process into a thick "juice."
- In a large, deep pot (or Dutch oven), heat the oil. Then add the chopped garlic and sauté for just 30-40 seconds over medium heat.
- Add the tomato paste and mix in before adding the crushed coriander seeds. Stir once more, then sauté for two minutes.
- Add the chopped cilantro stems and stir before adding the tomato juice. Mix once more, then allow the mixture to simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes. During this time, it should reduce and thicken slightly.
- Add the cooked beef, beef stock, and beans to the pot. Then mix well, reduce the heat to low, and allow it to simmer for a further 10 minutes.For the vegetarian butter bean stew, add vegetable stock. You may also want to introduce extra fats with the addition of an additional tablespoon of olive oil. This will create a silky-smooth fasolia with a better mouthfeel.
- Add the salt and pepper (to taste), stir, and cook for two minutes before adding the lemon juice and removing the fasolia from the heat.
- Finally, add the cilantro leaves and gently fold them into the stew. Then serve it up along the sides of your choice.
- Store: allow the fasolia to cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.Freeze: make sure to store the bean stew in an airtight container/s for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.Reheat: you can reheat the fasolia on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated throughout.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 1149 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEBANESE/SYRIAN FASOULIA
This dish is similar to Bazella, with its tomato-based broth. In this dish, the main ingredients are fasoulia, a type of lima bean and meat. Cubes of lamb may be substituted for the beef. I learned how to prepare this dish while I was living in Syria for a year, studying abroad. Please note: if you use dry lima beans, they must soak in water overnight. The shells may come off of them when you begin to cook them, but this is normal.
Provided by Mustafas Cook
Categories Stew
Time 3h45m
Yield 10 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown meat in a large frying pan with some olive oil from the bottle. Add season salt if desired or use regular salt and pepper. Make sure all pieces of meat have been browned. Set aside.
- In a stew pan, over medium heat, add the olive oil and the tomato paste. Fry the tomato paste about 5-8 minutes. If it seems dry, add more oil in small amounts. It should be chunky in the oil, not runny like soup. Stir constantly! This will burn very easily.
- Turn down the heat, add 2 cups of water. Stand back, it may spit at you! Continue to add the water in 2-cup increments. Add the boullion cubes. Stir around and scrape the bottom of the pan to make sure all tomato paste is mixed in the water.
- Add the lima beans and the meat. Bring to a boil (should take about 5 minutes) then reduce to a simmer. Add salt and pepper to taste. Depending on the quality of the meat, it may take 2-4 hours for the meat to become tender.
- Add more water if too much boils out or it is too salty.
- Serve with Middle Eastern rice.
- This can be prepared in a stainless steel or non-stick pan. I prefer non-stick. Additionally, it may be transferred to a crock pot to simmer all day. Never leave food cooking on the stove unattended!
SHEIK EL MAHSHI (LAMB STUFFED IN AUBERGINES CASSEROLE)
Make and share this Sheik El Mahshi (Lamb Stuffed in Aubergines Casserole) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AaliyahsAaronsMum
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to gas mark 6/400F/200°C.
- Wipe clean the aubergines and leave the neck on.
- Heat some butter or oil in a frying pan and fry the aubergines until lightly browned on all sides then lift out and set aside.
- To prepare the stuffing:.
- Heat the butter in the same pan, add in the onions and fry them till brown.
- Add the minced meat, season with the spices and salt and pepper and give it a good mix.
- Fry the meat for about 10 minutes and then add in the pine nuts and remove from heat.
- Split each aubergine lengthwise from one side.
- Stuff the pockets with the meat mixture and place them in an oven proof baking dish.
- Sprinkle any remaining stuffing over the aubergines.
- To prepare the sauce, heat water in a separate pot and add in the tomato paste and bring it to a boil and season with salt and both peppers.
- Now carefully (do not want to upset the stuffing!) pour the sauce over the stuffed aubergines.
- Top each aubergine with a slice of tomato.
- Place the baking dish in the centre shelf of the pre-heated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve hot with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 51.8, Sodium 229.7, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 9.9, Protein 13.7
LENTIL CHOWDER
This is a recipe I got out of a magazine (around 20 years ago) that really fills you up on a cold day. The main ingredients (lentils, ham, mushrooms, carrots, celery, onions) can cook all day in either a crockpot, or a stove-top pot - although I have always made it in a crock pot. The addition of mushroom soup, beef boullion granules and parsley help with the overall taste and seasoning. This recipe is easily adjusted for personal taste (can omit one of the vegetables, or add more/less of one) and takes very little preparation time. The soup tastes great as a leftover, too!
Provided by Midwest Mama
Categories Chowders
Time 8h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a crockpot combine all ingredients.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low setting of 8 to 10 hours (or on high setting for 4 to 5 hours).
- Refrigerate unused portions (tastes great reheated).
- Note: If you like a "chunkier" soup, add less water.
FASSOULIA
Make and share this Fassoulia recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Roast Beef
Time 4h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rub the brisket with garlic, salt and pepper.
- Brown in a little oil.
- Put in water, spices and onions
- Simmer covered for 3 hours.
- Tip the string beans; add to the meat and simmer for 1/2 hour more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 105.5, Sodium 147.2, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 38.5
DAJAJ BIL COUSCOUS
A delicious Syrian dish, be sure not to use Moroccan-style couscous, use the Lebanese or Israeli variety (which is larger). Serve with mishmishiyah (I will post the recipe soon).
Provided by Habibi
Categories Chicken
Time 2h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pan (large enough to hold the chicken), fry the onion and garlic in the olive oil until onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Put in the chicken and pour 4-1/2 cups of water (it won't be sufficient to cover). Add spices.
- Cover and simmer for 1 - 1-1/2 hours so chicken is so tender it's falling off the bone, turning once halfway through.
- Take out the chicken and remove skin and bones. Cut into small pieces.
- Bring the sauce to a boil and add lemon juice.
- Throw in the couscous. Cook for approximately 8 minutes (until tender). (you can add 1 cup of boiling water if necessary during this time)
- Stir in the butter and place the chicken pieces back in the pan.
- Heat through before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.3, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 130.9, Sodium 147.6, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 37.8
YEMEN STYLE KIDNEY BEANS AND TOAST AKA FASOOLIA OR FOOL
This kidney bean dish is typically eaten for breakfast with homemade bread, pita or toast. But I love it with crunchy French bread. You can crumble feta cheese or chopped onions over the dish. Then break a piece of the bread, scoop and eat. Add more or less jalapeno to make this as spicy as you like. You can add chopped green peppers and saute with the other veggies for a more ethnic flavor. You can also use 1/2 can white beans and 1/2 red beans for a more colorful dish.
Provided by Yemenia
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Saute onion ,tomatoes ,garlic ,and jalapeno in 2 tbsp oil or ghee until onion is transparent and tomatoes are softened.
- Add tomato paste and stir. Add a few tbsp water and stir again being careful not to let it burn. Turn heat to low and let it simmer for a minute.
- Pour in kidney beans along with 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer.
- Add salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Simmer for 10 minutes on low.
- Add cilantro and cook until the dish thickens about another 5-10 minutes The sauce should coat the back of the spoon.
- You can crush the beans with a potato masher after step 5 if you don't like them whole. I puree in the blender before adding to the saucepan for my children because they don't like it chunky.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 67.4, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 2.2, Protein 10
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