Lubia Bel Kemun-Tunisian Meat and Beans

Stew meat and white beans in a tomato sauce. Cooking time will vary depending on meat.

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄3 lbs  veal or 1 1⁄3 lbs  beef  meat, suitable for stews
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
• 2  onions, finely chopped
• 2  tablespoons tomato paste
• 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1  teaspoon cumin powder
•  salt
•  water

Directions

1. In a big pot sautè the onions, then add tomato paste and a glass of water.
2. Place the meat in the pot and add enough water to cover the meat, then cook for 20 minuts.
3. Add the cannellini beans to the stew and some more water to cover all the ingredients; when it comes to a boil, add cumin, a pinch of salt and let the stew cook until it’s tender (about an hour), adding some more water if necessary to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
4. Season with more salt and serve hot with a side of couscous.