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Muqalqal: Arabic Beef Stir-Fry
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Muqalqal: Arabic Beef Stir-Fry
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Muqalqal: Arabic Beef Stir-Fry

Muqalqal is a super easy and delicious Arabic beef stir-fry, often enjoyed for breakfast. It's made with boneless beef cubes and a blend of aromatic Arabic spices, making it a flavorful and quick meal.
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#Stir Fry
#Arabic
#Breakfast
#Easy
#Quick
#Spicy
#Savory
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Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
11m
Cook Time
21m
Total Time
3
Servings
Easy
Arabic
English
Nutrition (per serving)
420
Calories
38g
Protein
8g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Beef searing in the pan
Beef searing in the pan

Ingredients

  • Boneless beef cubes
    (cut into small cubes)

    400 grams
  • Garlic
    (roughly chopped)

    4 cloves
  • Ginger
    (grated or paste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Cooking oil
    (such as vegetable or olive oil)

    2 tablespoons
  • Cumin powder

    1 tablespoon
  • Coriander powder

    1 tablespoon
  • Turmeric powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Paprika

    1 tablespoon
  • All spices powder
    (also known as Garam Masala)

    1 tablespoon
  • Cinnamon powder

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Black pepper

    1 teaspoon
  • Salt

    to taste
Servings: 3
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Spices added to the beef stir-fry
Spices added to the beef stir-fry

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare all ingredients: chop the garlic and ginger, ensure beef is cut into small cubes, and measure out all the dry spices.
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    Prepare all ingredients: chop the garlic and ginger, ensure beef is cut into small cubes, and measure out all the dry spices.
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    Having all ingredients prepped makes cooking faster and more efficient.
  • 2

    Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear them until they are nicely browned on all sides.
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    Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear them until they are nicely browned on all sides.
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    Don't overcrowd the pan; cook beef in batches if necessary to ensure good searing rather than steaming.
  • 3

    Add the chopped garlic and ginger to the pan with the beef. Sautรฉ for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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    Add the chopped garlic and ginger to the pan with the beef. Sautรฉ for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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    Be careful not to burn the garlic; a gentle sizzle is perfect.
  • 4

    Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, paprika, all spices powder (garam masala), cinnamon powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
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    Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, paprika, all spices powder (garam masala), cinnamon powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
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    Ensure all the spices are well incorporated for maximum flavor.
  • 5

    Continue to stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and tender. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
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    Continue to stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and tender. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
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    Taste and adjust salt or other spices to your preference before serving. Serve hot, possibly with bread or rice.
  • 6

    Transfer the Muqalqal to a serving dish and serve immediately.
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    Transfer the Muqalqal to a serving dish and serve immediately.
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    Muqalqal is traditionally served for breakfast, often with pita bread.
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