Mloukhia

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1. 1Step 1: In a heavy bottom non-stick stock pot, pour 4 tablespoons of oil and heat.
2. 2Step 2: Sauté the onion, garlic and meat over medium heat.
3. 3Step 3: Add the spices and salt, and fry over medium heat for 10 minutes, turning the pieces of meat regularly.
4. 4Step 4: Add the tomato and tomato paste and the bay leaves. Mix well.
5. 5Step 5: In a bowl, mix the Jew mallow's powder with the remaining oil, until obtaining a homogeneous paste.
6. 6Step 6: Pour this mixture over the meat and let it simmer for a few minutes over low to medium heat, being careful to stir well with a spatula so that it does not stick to the bottom.
7. 7Step 7: Add the boiling water in 4 or 5 times, being careful to stir in between additions.
8. 8Step 8: Cook for 15 minutes over medium-high heat, making sure it does not overflow.
9. 9Step 9: Add the chopped cilantro and mix well.
10. 10Step 10: Reduce heat, and cook over low heat, covered, for 5 to 6 hours.
11. 11Step 11: Uncover and let the sauce reduce, until the oil begins to appear on the surface.