[EN] Tunisian meat and liver stew " Kamounia"

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: lamb

Chicken is leaner and often more affordable than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

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

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are high in protein and often less expensive.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg provides a similar warm flavor profile.

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 until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Mix in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and bay leaves.

Pour in diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Add chickpeas and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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