BAZELLA (MIDDLE EASTERN-STYLE BEEF CASSEROLE)

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This Middle Eastern-style beef casserole is easy to prepare and makes an excellent weekend lunch or supper dish.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lb lean braising steak, cut into small cubes
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/4 cups red wine
5 ounces tomato paste
1 1/4 cups water
1 fresh bay leaf
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 ounce shelled fava beans, fresh
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
salt & freshly ground black pepper
crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • Heat the oil in heavy-based frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and gently fry until golden.
  • Add the braising steak and cinnamon, and fry for a further 3-5 minutes, stirring, until the meat is lightly browned. Transfer the contents of the frying pan to a casserole.
  • Deglaze the frying pan with half the wine, and pour this mixture into the casserole.
  • Add the tomato paste, water and remaining wine to the casserole. Stir in the bay leaf and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and season to taste.
  • Place the casserole in the oven and cook for 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the beans and cook for a further 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the parsley just before serving.
  • Ladle into serving dishes and garnish each dish with a parsley sprig.
  • Serve with good crusty bread.

Damindu Rashmika
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This recipe was a disaster! The beef was tough and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Rafi Masri
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort. The dish was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


cookie monster gatcha
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Ziya Miya
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I'm not a big fan of beef casserole, but this recipe changed my mind! The flavors were amazing and the beef was so tender.


obito uchiha
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


prasanna bhandari
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I made this dish for my friends and they all raved about it! They loved the unique flavors and the tender beef.


Hasnain ALi JUTT SAB
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! I especially liked the tangy flavor of the tomatoes and the richness of the beef.


Ultimate Umair
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great! The beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and aromatic. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Middle Eastern cuisine.


mboya roy
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This is my new favorite beef casserole recipe! The combination of beef, vegetables, and spices is perfect. I also love that it's a one-pot dish, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Brooklyn Roberrs
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavors of the Middle Eastern spices. It was also really easy to make, which is always a plus.


Kathie stevens
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and delicious. I served it over rice, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.