Tbabekh Rouho – Traditional Damascus-Style Stew Recipe

Tbabekh Rouho – Traditional Damascus-Style Stew Recipe

Tbabekh Rouho is a popular traditional dish from Damascus, known for its delicious taste and high nutritional value. This hearty dish is usually served with rice or bulgur, depending on preference.

In this recipe, we will guide you through the ingredients and step-by-step preparation of Tbabekh Rouho, hoping you will enjoy it!

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Ingredients for Tbabekh Rouho:

 

For the Meat:

• ½ kg lamb meat, cut into small pieces
• 1 tablespoon ghee

For the Vegetables:

• ½ kg zucchini, chopped
• 2 medium-sized onions, chopped
• 1 kg tomatoes, diced
• Salt, to taste
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 8 cloves of garlic, finely minced
• 3 tablespoons dried mint

For the Spices:

• 1 teaspoon mixed spices
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

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How to Prepare Tbabekh Rouho:

1. Cooking the Meat:

1. Heat the ghee in a medium pot over medium heat until it melts.
2. Add the lamb pieces and cook while stirring until they turn golden brown.
3. Season the meat with cinnamon, mixed spices, garlic powder, cardamom, and nutmeg, then stir well to combine.

2. Adding the Vegetables:

1. Add the chopped onions to the lamb and stir well.
2. Add the zucchini and diced tomatoes, then mix everything together.

3. Preparing the Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, mix tomato paste, water, and salt, then pour it over the meat and vegetables.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the ingredients to soften.

4. Final Touches:

1. Add the minced garlic and dried mint, along with extra salt to taste, and stir well.
2. Let the stew simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat.

5. Serving:

1. Transfer the Tbabekh Rouho to a serving dish.
2. (Optional) Melt a little ghee and drizzle it over the top for an extra layer of richness.
3. Serve hot with rice or bulgur and enjoy this authentic Damascus dish with your family or guests!

Bon appétit! Sahtein wa Afiyah! 🍲✨