Electric Sauté Pan - A versatile electric pan perfect for sautéing and frying ingredients evenly due to its precise heat control.
Large Pot with Lid - Ideal for simmering stews, soups, or any dish that requires slow cooking over low heat.
High-Sided Stainless Steel Strainer - Used for straining and rinsing pasta, vegetables, or even removing solids from stocks and broths without getting your hands dirty.
Slow Cooker - For those who prefer to cook stews in advance by using a slow-cooking method over several hours on low heat.
Meat Tenderizer (Electric) - To tenderize meat before adding it to the stew, ensuring even cooking and enhanced texture.
Nonstick Pot or Saucepan - Great for sautéing ingredients without sticking and easy cleanup, especially handy when preparing dishes with oil or butter.
Culinary Strainer - A versatile kitchen gadget that can serve various purposes such as rinsing vegetables, making tea bags from herbs, or even sifting dry ingredients.
Kitchen Scale - Helps in accurately measuring ingredients for precise cooking and adjustment of recipes to your taste preference.
Blender - For blending spices into a paste before adding them to the stew or creating smooth purees from split peas if needed.
Dutch Oven - A heavy-duty pot that distributes heat evenly, suitable for slow cooking and braising meats effectively.
4 medium onions, chopped (about 4 cups)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
4 cups water
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup dried yellow split peas, picked over and rinsed
1/4 cup tomato paste (preferably Turkish)
2 dried Omani lemons (optional), pierced in several places with a small sharp knife
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh Key lime or lemon juice
Accompaniments: cooked basmati rice; radishes; fresh mint and basil leaves
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