Iraqi Okra and Meat Stew / Episode#35

beef or lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken provides a leaner option while pork is often less expensive.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini is a lower-calorie alternative, while green beans are often more affordable.

Heat vegetable 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 diced meat and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Pour in water and add bay leaves; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 1-1.5 hours until meat is tender.

Add okra and chili peppers; simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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