I am always happiest when a recipe feels generous and approachable, which is exactly what draws me to Qalayet Bandora Bil Lahmeh. This is the kind of centerpiece that makes dinner feel complete without needing a crowded menu. Bring it to the table with confidence and let everyone discover it for themselves.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef (tri tip or shoulder) cut bite size
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 3 lb tomato, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno
Instructions
- In a hot skillet add 1/2 cup of olive oil, immediately hit with beef and let brown on all sides before adding the spices, stir to distribute well, turn down the heat to low- medium add the onions and cook until soft, add 1 teaspoon of garlic then 1 jalapeno and cook for 30 seconds add 3 pounds of tomato and stir well with the meat raise the temperature and bring to a boil while stirring.
- Cover and bring the heat to low cook for 1 hour or until the meat is tender.
- Uncover and let cook on medium for 15 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Enjoy with pita bread next to fries, radishes and pickled olives.