Algerian Chetitha with beef (Beef stew with chickpeas)😋😋😋👌👌👌

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

garlic

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Shallots are milder, while garlic powder is a cost-effective alternative.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, and vinegar is often cheaper.

Blend onion until smooth to avoid tiny bits in the sauce.

Chop the fresh tomato and add it to the mixture.

Add tomato puree to the pan.

Add butter to the saucepan and turn on the heat.

Add beef to the pan with the butter and onion mixture.

Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and russel hannut spice mix.

Add a bit of turmeric and a tiny bit of smoked paprika to the mixture.

Cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, add the fresh tomato and tomato puree to the beef mixture and stir.

Add rinsed chickpeas to the pan after the meat is half cooked.

Add warm water to keep the meat moist, then cook for about an hour and a half total.

Serve the dish garnished with parsley or coriander.

Cooking Techniques

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