Kamounia
Kamounia is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from North Africa, particularly from countries like Morocco and Algeria. It is typically made with tender pieces of lamb or beef, cooked in a rich and aromatic sauce. The dish gets its unique taste from the blend of spices, including cumin (kamoun in Arabic), which gives it its name. Kamounia is often served with couscous, bread, or rice.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lamb or beef, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add the cubes of lamb or beef to the pot, and brown them on all sides. This helps develop the flavors.
- Once the meat is browned, sprinkle the cumin, paprika, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon over the meat. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef or vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir everything together, then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours. This slow cooking allows the meat to become tender and the flavors to meld together.
- After the cooking time has elapsed, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Kamounia hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley. It pairs well with couscous, bread, or rice.
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Nutrition
Calories: 751kcal (38%)Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)Protein: 40g (80%)Fat: 61g (94%)Saturated Fat: 24g (150%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 166mg (55%)Sodium: 372mg (16%)Potassium: 838mg (24%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 174IU (3%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 102mg (10%)Iron: 6mg (33%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
