Ichdeera (Beef and Lentil Stew)
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked lentils
- boiling water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 lbs beef chuck, cut in 1-inch cubes
- 34 cup onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced,
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 12 teaspoons salt
- 14 teaspoon pepper
- 14 teaspoon oregano
Directions
Cover lentils with boiling water.Let soak while preparing meat.
Heat oil in a large pot.
Brown beef and onions.
Add garlic, broth, salt and pepper.
Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.
Drain lentils.
Add lentils and oregano to pot.
Cover and cook 30 minutes longer, or until meat and lentils are tender.