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Bamia

Name: Bamia
Cuisine: Egyptian
Ingredients: 500 grams okra; 300 grams lamb meat; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 cloves garlic cloves; 1 medium onion; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; to taste salt; 2 cups water

Bamia is a traditional Egyptian stew made primarily with okra and tender meat, often lamb or beef, cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with garlic and coriander. This hearty dish is celebrated for its comforting texture and deep, savory flavors, often enjoyed as a staple during family meals and festive occasions.

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Culinary DNA Preview

Egyptian70%

Mediterranean30%

Ingredients

okra
500 grams
lamb meat
300 grams
tomato paste
3 tablespoons
garlic cloves
4 cloves
onion
1 medium
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
salt
to taste
water
2 cups

Method

Steps not available

Origin Story

Bamia's origins trace back to the Nile Valley where okra was cultivated early on; the dish reflects a fusion of indigenous vegetable use combined with introduced meat stewing techniques, becoming a beloved staple in Egyptian cuisine.

Culinary DNA

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

Egyptian70%

ingredients+techniques

Mediterranean30%

ingredient_origin

Techniques

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