Zilzil Alecha Recipe
Strips of savory beef stew seasoned with turmeric, garlic, onions and ginger.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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Add Garlic and Ginger
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Brown the Beef
Add the beef strips to the pot, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned on all sides.
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Season with Turmeric
Sprinkle the turmeric powder over the beef and stir well to coat the meat.
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Simmer
Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the beef is tender.
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Adjust Seasoning
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary. Serve hot.

