Friday, October 28, 2011

1,000 Cloves of Garlic (Bamieh)

OK, so it isn't really 1,000, but it is a heck of a lot!! 

My boyfriend received a lovely gift of fresh, home-grown okra from his boss.  I LOVE okra, and his mom gave me a recipe for a traditional Iraqi dish of lamb or beef, okra, tomatoes, and lots and lots of garlic.  Bamieh.  That's it.  Simple ingredients, but so so flavorful. 

As with any dish, technique is the most important part, so not only did she send the recipe, she sent a youtube video to help you through the process.  I now have a new favorite online chef, and of course am so grateful to the lovely Khawla for introducing me to her. 

http://www.youtube.com/user/AssyrianFood#p/u/9/H_IvdstIe2c

Enjoy!