Tender okra pods braised with chunks of beef in a rich, paprika-spiced tomato sauce, ladled over fluffy rice.
Instructions
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1
Brown beef cubes in oil in a heavy pot over high heat. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté onion until golden. Add garlic and paprika, cook 1 min.
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3
Return beef, add tomatoes, tomato paste, and enough water to cover.
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4
Simmer covered 1 hour until beef is tender.
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5
Add okra and lemon juice. Simmer 30 min until okra is tender but not slimy.
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6
Serve over rice with crusty bread.
Did You Know?
The lemon juice added with the okra prevents it from becoming slimy, a trick Bosnian grandmothers swear by.
The Story Behind Bamija
Bamija showcases the Ottoman culinary influence on Bosnian cooking, combining Middle Eastern okra traditions with Balkan beef stewing techniques. It remains a beloved summer dish when fresh okra is abundant in Bosnian markets.
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