Bamia (Meatball And Okra Saute In Tomato Sauce)
Ingredients
MEATBALLS ======================
1 lb beef,Ground
1 egg,beaten
1/4 c bread crumbs
3 cloves garlic,put thru press
OKRA ===========================
1/4 c corn oil
1 lg (1 c) onion,chopped
1 1/2 lb fresh okra (the smallest-size avail,able)
2 T (generous) tomato paste
2 c water,boiling
1/4 t allspice
Cooking Instructions
1. Mix meatball ingredients together thoroughly and form miniature meatballs 3/4-inch in diameter. Set aside. You will need only 8 to 10 meatballs for dish. The rest of meatballs may be refrigerated or frozen.
2. In a pan, heat oil. Add onion and Saute over moderate heat until onion turns golden. Add okra and stir-fry over low heat for 5 minutes. This will sometimes brighten color.
3. In a measuring cup or bowl, dissolve tomato paste in water. Add mixture and allspice to okra pan. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes. Add 8 to 10 meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes longer. Do not overcook since okra are notoriously mucilaginous. Serve warm with rice and other dishes.
Makes 6 Servings
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