Egyptian Lahma Bil Basal (Beef in Rich Onion Sauce)

Egyptian Lahma Bil Basal (Beef in Rich Onion Sauce)

Egyptian beef stew, known as lahma bil basal, is simmered with plenty of onions creating a rich and simple dinner to keep you warm on cold evenings.

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
2 hr 10 mins
Total Time
2 hr 20 mins
Calories
394 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Cook and stir beef in butter and canola oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add onions, chicken bouillon, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper; pour in water. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beef is tender and onions have reduced into a thick sauce, at least 2 hours.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cubes chicken bouillon
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound cubed beef stew meat
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 onions, very thinly sliced
  • 1.5 cups water, or as needed

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