Boiled beef song "Boiled Beef and Carrots" which used to be sung in some East London pubs when they had a pianist and singsong night. Boiled beef is also a traditional Jewish dish served in many homes and Jewish delis alike. It is usually flank steak boiled and served with vegetables, broth, and sometimes matzo balls. Boiled beef Boiled beef is a traditional English dish which used to be eaten by working-class people in London; however, its popularity has decreased in recent years. Traditionally, cheaper cuts of meat were used, because boiling makes the meat more tender than roasting. It was usually
Harissa (dish) on since ancient times. Stories differ as to the origins of the dish. According to Armenian lore, the patron saint of Armenia, Gregory the Illuminator, was offering a meal of love and charity to the poor. There weren't enough sheep to feed the crowds so wheat was added to the cooking pots. They noticed that the wheat was sticking to the bottom of the cauldrons. Saint Gregory advised, ""Harekh!" Stir it!" Thus, the name of the dish, "harissa", came from the saint's own words. "Harissa" has been offered as a charity meal ever since. The dish is traditionally served on