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Meat Cholent

Meat-based cholent is the Ashkenazic Jewish stew traditionally served for lunch on Shabbat.
For US to UK equivalents see this rough guide

Recipe Ingredients:

• 2 cups dried beans
• 1 1/2 kg brisket
• 3 onions
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tbsp ginger and pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, mashed
• 2 tbsp flour
• 6 peeled potatoes
• 1 cup barley
• 6 eggs
• Salt to taste

Method:

In a large deep pan soak the beans in water overnight. Drain the water.

In a pan fry the onions till golden. Add the meat and fry till almost cooked. Add the salt, pepper, ginger, and garlic paste. Stir and fry for another 5 min.

Add beans, potatoes, and barley . Fry for another 5 min or until tender.

Add paprika and flour and pour in some water. Stir well and decrease the heat.

Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the meat and beans are cooked well.

Serve with rice and coriander if desired.

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For US to UK equivalents for food weights and measurements see this rough guide

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