Best Algerian Beef Recipes

ALGERIAN BEEF

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef, onion, green bell pepper and garlic until vegetables are tender and beef is browned, about 6 minutes; drain.
• Stir in kidney beans, hominy, salt, basil, pepper, sugar, oregano and red pepper flakes.
• For a soup consistency, similar to Mexican Pozole, add up to 2 cups water* until desired consistency is reached.
• Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Serve warm over rice or pasta.
• *NOTE:Without adding the water, meat mixture can be used as an empanada filling.

BATATA MERHIYA (ALGERIAN MASHED POTATOES LAYERED WITH BEEF )

Steps:

• Mash potatoes with butter and salt.
• Heat oil in skillet, add onion, beef and pepper.
• Saute for 5 minutes.
• Drain beef mixture.
• Butter a 1 quart casserole.
• Put half of the potatoes in the bottom of the dish.
• Add the meat mixture and cover with the remaining mashed potatoes.
• Smooth the surface.
• Cover with the beaten egg and sprinkle with cheese.
• Bake in 350 degree oven until the surface is golden about 30 minutes.