10 Minutes Turkish Meat & Vegetable STEW

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and similar health benefits.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme provides a similar earthy flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and sweetness.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika and cumin, stirring to coat the meat evenly.

Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and green bell peppers; mix well.

Pour in diced tomatoes and water, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.

Season with salt, black pepper, and bay leaves; bring to a simmer.

Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender.

Stir occasionally, adding more water if necessary to maintain stew consistency.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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