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Kapama

Cultural Context

Kapama is a traditional Bulgarian dish, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It reflects the country's rich culinary heritage, combining various meats and vegetables in a hearty stew. This dish is a testament to the communal spirit of Bulgarian dining, where meals are shared and enjoyed together. Today, variations of Kapama can be found across the Balkans, with each region adding its own unique twist to the recipe.

BulgarianBGmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 to 2 pounds beef (cut into 3-inch cubes)
1 onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (peeled and finely chopped or sliced)
salt (to taste)
fresh cracked black pepper (to taste)
0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
optional chili flakes (to taste)
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 cup water
0.25 cup Greek extra virgin olive oil

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean turkey reduces fat content while being budget-friendly.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: couscous

Quinoa is higher in protein, while couscous is often less expensive.

1

Cut 1.5 to 2 pounds of beef into 3-inch cubes.

2

Place the beef into the slow cooker.

3

Finely chop 1 onion (or coarsely chop if preferred) and add it to the slow cooker with the beef.

4

Peel and finely chop or slice 2 cloves of garlic and add it to the slow cooker.

5

Season with salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste.

6

Add 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon to the slow cooker.

7

(Optional) Add chili flakes for heat, if desired.

8

Pour in 1 cup of crushed tomatoes and 1 cup of water into the slow cooker.

9

Add 0.25 cup of Greek extra virgin olive oil to the mixture.

10

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until the beef is fork tender.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

KapamaKapama stew

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