BEEF STEW WITH PEAS
 

It is a traditional Algerian recipe often served for Friday nights dinners. Another version of this dish is to use meatballs instead of beef cubes.


  

Serves 6

2 lbs of beef cubes
1 lbs of  frozen peas
1  onion, minced
1 small tomato
3 tbsp canola oil
Salt, pepper to taste

In a medium pan, sauté the meat cubes with oil on medium heat until  brown on all sides. Add the onion, sauté on medium heat for 2 more minutes.
Add the tomato, squashing it with a fork.
Add enough water to cover the meat.
Add frozen peas, season with salt and pepper.

After it comes to a boil, cook uncovered on low heat for 30 minutes or more if needed, being careful that the meat cubes are always covered. Juices should be reduced almost to a sauce consistency.

Serve this stew either plain, either with plain couscous as a side dish.

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