Lentil & Meat Stew |
4 Tbsp butter
1/2 lb beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 medium sized onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 small hot pepper, finely chopped 1 cup lentils, rinsed 6 cups water 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into cubes 4 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 & 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp turmeric Melt butter in a saucepan and saute beef for 5 minutes. Add onions, garlic and hot pepper, stir-fry for another 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, cook over medium heat until meat and lentils are well done, adding more water if necessary. Serve hot with cooked rice. |