INGREDIENTS
1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small shallot finely chopped
1.5 tsp Syrian 7 spice
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp tomato paste
1.5 tsp ground cumin
14 oz tomato sauce or 14 oz can of crushed or chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup of frozen peas
PREPARATION
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot set add 2 tablespoons of the EVOO and set to high heat. Add shallot and cook for 2 - 4 minutes.
Fold in the meat and stir occasionally until it is well browned, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle in the Syrian 7 spices and salt, mix and allow to sauté for another minute.
Add frozen peas, tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until the meat is fully cooked.
Serve with my riz recipe (Lebanese rice), pita, pasta or browned fingerling potatoes.
What is Syrian 7 spice? It’s a mix of black pepper, cumin, paprika, coriander, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cardamom.