Friday, 3 February 2012

Goulash with a difference

  Beef, okra and mushroom goulash/ stew

hearty, full of  goodness, perfect for a cold, winter afternoon


 approx 1/2 kg beef  ( stewing, casserole quality)
250g okra cut into chunks
3-4 onions roughly cut
250g mushrooms ( sliced or if small- halved )
a splash of tomato sauce or 3-4 medium tomatoes
garlic
olive oil
paprika, cayenne pepper
salt, paper, herbs, spices to taste

 optional: red peppers, carrots, leeks and/or other veg

 preparation
after browning meet and softening onions, mushrooms, place all the ingredients in a large pan ( cast iron would be best) cover with water and simmer ( under cover) on the stove ( or in the oven, crock pot ) for approx 2-3h or as required ( until the meat will become tender).
 Serve with freshly baked bread, potatoes and/or salads





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