Beef Stew Inspired by Baghdad

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Step 1

Warm some oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s nicely browned all over—this should take about 5 minutes. Next, take the reserved fig liquid and pour it into a measuring cup. Add enough water to make 2 cups total, then pour this into the pot with the beef. Toss in the carrots, onion, green onions, coriander, and cinnamon, giving everything a good stir. Turn the heat down to low and let it simmer gently for about an hour and a half.

Step 2

After that, stir in the honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let it cook on low for another hour so the flavors really come together. Finally, fold in the figs and almonds, then take the pot off the heat. It’s best to let the stew cool for about an hour before reheating and serving—this helps the flavors deepen even more.