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Turkish Beef Stir-fry with Couscous

Serves 4

| Prep Time: 15 mins

| Cook Time: 15 mins

| Total Time: 30 mins

You may need: Turkish Herb Blend

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Buckle up, friends, because we're about to embark on a flavor-packed journey through the vibrant streets of Turkey with this lip-smacking Turkish Beef Stir-fry, also known as “Sac Kavurma”. Prepare to have your taste buds transported to new heights as we dive into the depths of Turkish culinary delight. This beef stir-fry transforms a humble beef stir-fry into a true gem, featuring an ensemble of common pantry ingredients like bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. In Turkey, the choice of protein varies depending on the region and the availability of livestock, ranging from succulent beef to tantalizing lamb or goat. In Turkey, "Sac" refers to the flat metal pan resembling a large round tray, traditionally used to cook this dish. And "kavurma," translates to "frying" in Turkish, which perfectly captures this flavorful creation.

Our brilliant chefs have taken this recipe to the next level by introducing our one-of-a-kind Turkish Herb Blend. This blend is a symphony of classic Mediterranean flavors, combining dried herbs like mint, dill, and earthy oregano with a delightful fruity-peppery kick from Aleppo pepper. And let's not forget the dance of cumin and fennel seeds, adding a touch of sweetness and warmth that sings Turkish comfort. For all of our plant-based enthusiasts, you can easily swap the beef with mushrooms, crumbled tempeh, or thinly sliced tofu, delivering the same explosion of flavors. Serve this delectable Turkish Beef Stir-fry with fluffy couscous, and prepare to be transported to the heart of Turkey with each delectable bite.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs of beef steak cut into thin strips (flank steak, strip steak or skirt steak all work)
2 Tbsp olive oil
½ cup onion, diced ~ 1 small onion
2 bell peppers, cut into strips
1 Tbsp Piquant Post Turkish Herb Blend
½ tsp salt
2 tomatoes, diced
To serve: cooked couscous or bulgur

Notes

If using skirt steak or flank steak, be sure to slice the meat against the grain to avoid it being tough after cooking.

Instructions

Heat oil in a large sauté pan or wok over Med-High heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the onions and bell pepper and sauté until fragrant and translucent; about 2-3 minutes.

Add the beef and season with Piquant Post Turkish Herb Blend and salt then stir-fry for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.

Add the chopped tomatoes and continue stirring for another 2-3 minutes.

Turn off the heat and add salt if necessary. Serve with fluffy couscous, prepared according to the package directions.

Alternatives & Substitutions

Turkish Beef Stir-fry also known as Sac Kavurma is a comforting classic made from sauteed meat (typically goat, lamb or beef), peppers, onions and tomatoes. Traditionally, it is made in a vessel called a “sac” but can be made in a wok or regular sauté pan.
Our Turkish Herb Blend works great on vegetables, meat, poultry and seafood like our Turkish Baked Cod, or our pizza-like Vegetable Pide.
For an exotic dinner party, add our recipe for Turkish Red Lentil Soup and Herbed Turkish Bread (Bazlama) as a starter course and finish things off with a sweet treat like our recipe for Urfa Biber Brownies.
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