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Lebanese Pomegranate Braised Okra And Beef Skillet

Name: Lebanese Pomegranate Braised Okra And Beef Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 450 g Halal beef chuck, cut into 2 cm cubes; 300 g Baby okra, fresh or frozen whole; 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced; 5 clove Garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 1 tsp Ground coriander; 2 tbsp Pomegranate molasses; 250 ml Halal beef broth; 2 tbsp Olive oil

Tender cubes of beef chuck cooked down with whole baby okra, sweet garlic, tomato, and tangy pomegranate molasses.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 min

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Technique to learn

Pan Smothering

Browning protein and vegetables first, then simmering covered in a concentrated acid-rich liquid to build deep flavor.

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat and sear the beef chuck cubes until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes, then remove beef to a plate.
Step 2: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and flash-fry the whole baby okra for 4 minutes until bright green and slightly blistered, then set aside with the beef.

Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add the diced onion and sliced garlic, and cook for 4 minutes until softened and aromatic.

Step 4: Stir in the tomato paste and ground coriander, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices and caramelize the paste.

Step 5: Return the browned beef and okra to the skillet, pour in the halal beef broth and pomegranate molasses, and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 6: Cover the skillet, lower heat to low, and simmer for 25 minutes until the beef is tender and the sauce has reduced to a rich gloss.

Cooking tips

Flash-frying the okra first locks in its shape and prevents a slimy texture.
Adjust pomegranate molasses at the end to balance sweet and sour notes.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Lebanese; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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