Pea stew
Green peas and cubes of meat in a tomato broth, served with vermicelli rice.
- Cooking time
- 1 hr 12 min
- Hands-on time
- 27 min
- Free time
- 35 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- Levantine
- Calories
- 660
- Contains
- Gluten
The everyday home stew. Its flavor starts at the bottom of the pot: meat browned in two batches until a golden layer forms, and tomato paste stirred for a full minute until it smells sweet, not sharp. The peas go in at the end so they stay green.
Before you start
- Before you beginRead the steps completely, measure the ingredients, and prepare the tools before turning on the heat or oven.
- Timing the servingPrepare what you can in advance and leave the final touches until serving time to maintain the texture.
Ingredients
Amounts follow the number of people
For the stew
For serving
When doubling the quantity, use a wider container, and gradually increase the salt and seasoning after tasting.
Equipment
- Heavy pot with a lid — The meat browns in two batches in it, then tenderizes covered.
Method
Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and brown the meat cubes in two batches until they are browned on all sides.
You’ll know it’s ready whenThe meat is brown on the outside and the bottom of the pot has a golden layer on it.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pot — overcrowded meat boils itself instead of browning.
Add the onions and stir until they soften, then add the paste and stir for a full minute until it turns a deep red.
You’ll know it’s ready whenThe onions are translucent and the paste smells sweet, not sour.
Add the hot water and spices, cover the pot, and leave it on low heat until the meat is tender.
You’ll know it’s ready whenThe fork enters the cube without resistance.
Add the peas, grated tomatoes and salt, and continue cooking uncovered.
You’ll know it’s ready whenThe peas are tender and still green, and the broth has thickened slightly.
Taste and adjust the salt, turn off the heat and leave the stew for ten minutes before serving with rice.
You’ll know it’s ready whenThe broth coats the spoon and does not run like water.
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