Main Plate
Mulukhiyah
A hearty Egyptian beef and mulukhiyah stew with garlic, olive oil, and lemon, typically served with rice or pita.
75 min4 servingsMediumEgyptian
Steps
- 1
Sauté the onions in olive oil until translucent.
- 2
Add the beef cubes and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
- 3
Add water to cover the meat and simmer until the beef is tender (pressure cooker can be used to finish in about 5 minutes).
- 4
Add the frozen mulukhiyah and stir until thawed and the mixture comes to a boil.
- 5
In a separate pan, heat garlic in olive oil over medium-low heat until fragrant but not browned.
- 6
Pour the garlic oil into the mulukhiyah, reduce heat, and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- 7
Season with salt to taste.
- 8
Finish with a generous squeeze of lemon juice and serve with short-grain rice or pita bread.
