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Oven Potatoes Tray (Saniat Patates Ba El-Lahma Fi Al-Forn)

🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 10

Description:

Indulge in the flavors of Egypt with this hearty Oven Potatoes Tray (Saniat Patates Ba El-Lahma Fi Al-Forn) recipe. Perfect for lunch or as a satisfying snack, this dish combines tender potatoes, savory onions, succulent stew meat, and rich tomato paste, all baked to perfection in the oven. It’s a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more!

Ingredients:

• 5 potatoes
• 3-4 onions
• 1-2 sticks of butter
• 1-2 cans of tomato paste
• 2 cups of water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
   • Pat the potatoes dry with a clean kitchen towel.
   • Peel the potatoes and cut them into medium slices.
   • Peel the onions and slice them into thin, round slices.

2. Boiling Potatoes and Onions:

   • Place the sliced potatoes and onions in a large pot filled with water.
   • Boil the potatoes and onions for approximately 8 minutes until they are partially cooked.

3. Preparing the Meat:

   • Rinse the stew meat (beef) under cold water to remove any impurities.
   • Place the meat in another pot filled with water.
   • Bring the water to a boil and cook the meat for about 7 minutes, skimming off any foam, fat, or blood that rises to the surface.

4. Assembling the Tray:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Place 1-2 sticks of butter (approximately 8 ounces total) in a large oven pan or tray. If you don’t have a large enough pan, you can use two medium-sized pans.
   • Arrange the partially boiled meat over the butter in the pan.
   • Add the boiled potatoes and onions to the tray, spreading them out evenly.
   • Spoon the tomato paste over the meat and vegetables.

5. Adding Liquid and Seasoning:

   • Pour 2 cups of water from the boiled meat over the potatoes and onions. If needed, add more water to ensure the potatoes are covered.
   • Season the dish with salt and pepper according to your taste.
   • Stir everything together gently to ensure the tomato paste is evenly distributed.

6. Baking:

   • Place the tray in the preheated oven, uncovered.
   • Bake for approximately 1 hour or until the potatoes are soft and cooked through. You can bake for longer if desired, depending on your preferred level of doneness.

7. Serving:

   • Once cooked, remove the tray from the oven.
   • Serve the Oven Potatoes Tray over a bed of fluffy rice or alongside your favorite bread for a satisfying meal.

Enjoy the comforting flavors of this Egyptian-inspired dish that’s perfect for any occasion!