🇱🇧 Lebanon · Food
Bamieh bi Lahme
⏱ 40 min
A relaxed effort
🔥 290 kcal
Nicely balanced
🍽 4 servings
Great for the family
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇱🇧 LBTender okra and succulent lamb cooked in a savory tomato and garlic-cilantro sauce.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Fry 500g okra until slightly browned.
- 2
Brown 300g lamb chunks in a pot.
- 3
Add 6 cloves minced garlic and cilantro.
- 4
Mix in 2 tbsp tomato paste and water.
- 5
Add okra and 1 tbsp molasses.
- 6
Simmer until okra is tender.
- 7
Check for salt and thickness.
- 8
Serve warm with rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fresh or frozen okra?+
Both work well.
Is it slimy?+
Frying prevents sliminess.
Can I omit meat?+
Yes, for a veggie version.
How to thicken?+
Let the sauce reduce.
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