Add a photo

Mawmenye (Lentils and Beef Stew)

By: CALENDRA  
"This recipe is an unusual yet yummy blend of ingredients. Beef and lentils are accented with spiced turnip, raisins and figs. It is a hardy yet easy one pot meal."

Rating: This weblink has been rated 10 times with an average star rating of 4.6 Read Reviews (7)

Rate/Review | 378 people have saved this

What to Drink?

Wine Syrah
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 10 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 40 Min

Servings  (Help)

Calculate

 

Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/4 pounds lean beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup dry lentils
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup diced turnip
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 2/3 cup chopped dried figs

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then cook in the pot until browned on the outside. Pour in the chicken broth, and simmer over medium heat for about 45 minutes, until the beef is tender. Remove the beef from the liquid, and set aside.
  2. Pour the beef broth into the pot, and add the lentils. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  3. Season the turnips with cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and basil, and add them to the pot. Return the beef to the pot, and stir in the raisins and figs. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 593 | Total Fat: 25.7g | Cholesterol: 94mg

ADVERTISEMENT

 

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2006 by strictlyamateur 
A little on the sweet side. I would reduce the amount of raisins and also chop the figs into... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2006 by Cookingforfun 
I loved this but my husband did not, so I will make this for me on the nights he can not be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2004 by MOEOCEAN 
This is excellent - sweet and unique, my boyfriend couldn't get enough. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2008 by naomikauf 
I loved the flavors but I don't have nutmeg so I changed nutmeg to fenugreek and it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2007 by TPFEISEL 
A fantastic combination of flavors. Great for those cooler fall nights when stews keep you... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2009 by April Fool 
Flavor is a 5, but dish in not too colorful. I will make it again! I substituted potato and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2009 by Doreen Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Very good! I took other member's advise and cut the figs really small. I am a true believer... MORE

 
Something worth saving?

Register now to save all your favorites in your recipe box.

ADVERTISEMENT
 
Select Your Version:  United States  |  Canada  |  United Kingdom & Ireland  |  Australia & New Zealand  |  Germany  |  France  |  China  |  Japan  |  Quebec  |  SE Asia  |  Netherlands

Frequently Asked Questions What's this?