Beef and Spinach Stew

This Beef and Spinach Stew is a hearty and flavorful Lebanese dish that's both comforting and nutritious. Packed with tender beef and vibrant spinach, it's a low-carb delight perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Beef stew meat - 300 grams
• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Beef broth - 500 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the beef stew meat to the pot, browning it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the beef with the spices.
6. Stir in the tomato paste, allowing it to cook for 2 minutes.
7. Pour in the beef broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to low and cover, simmering for 30 minutes until the beef is tender.
9. Add the fresh spinach and lemon juice, stirring until the spinach wilts, about 5 minutes.
10. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in iron and vitamins from spinach, promoting overall health.

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