Experience the comforting depths of traditional Israeli cuisine with this Low-Fat Cholent (Chamin) featuring tender kosher meat and wholesome ingredients. Packed with lean stew beef, hearty potatoes, creamy sweet potatoes, pearl barley, and protein-rich chickpeas, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection over 8-10 hours for unparalleled flavor and texture. Enhanced with aromatic spices like paprika and cumin, along with soft whole-cooked eggs, this low-fat cholent is an ideal option for Shabbat or any time you crave a satisfying one-pot meal. By layering ingredients and using overnight cooking techniques, this recipe achieves a melt-in-your-mouth consistency while remaining healthy and kosher-friendly. Perfectly suited for family gatherings, it’s a nourishing and flavorful centerpiece that fills your home with enticing aromas and your table with joy.
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1. Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking oil.
2. Sear the cubed lean beef for 2-3 minutes on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
4. Layer the ingredients in the pot in the following order: seared beef, chickpeas, barley, potatoes, sweet potato, carrots, garlic, and whole eggs (in their shells).
5. Sprinkle the vegetable consommé powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper evenly over the layers.
6. Add the bay leaves and pour enough water to fully submerge the ingredients (about 5 cups).
7. Bring the pot to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover tightly with a lid.
8. Simmer for 8-10 hours on the stovetop or transfer to a preheated oven at 100°C (212°F) for overnight cooking.
9. Before serving, carefully remove the eggs, peel them, and return to the pot for additional flavor.
10. Serve hot, ensuring each portion includes a mix of meat, vegetables, barley, and egg for a balanced and flavorful meal.
Serving size | (2974.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2213.0 |
Total Fat 55.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 19.4g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 772mg | 0% |
Sodium 3095.4mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 240.7g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 43.7g | 0% |
Total Sugars 29.3g | |
Protein 183.0g | 0% |
Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
Calcium 504.5mg | 0% |
Iron 29.5mg | 0% |
Potassium 5457.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories