Persian spiced beef with dates and cinnamon

1 Preheat oven to 160°C. Spray a large flameproof casserole dish (that has a lid) with oil and set over a high heat. Add steak in batches and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until browned. Transfer steak to a plate.

2 Return dish to a medium heat. Spray with oil again. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add garlic, ginger, sweet paprika and cinnamon stick. Cook, stirring, for 1 more minute or until fragrant. Return beef to dish with tomatoes and 1 cup water. Stir to combine and bring to the boil.

3 Cover dish with lid and bake for 1 1/2 hours. Add kumara and dates to dish. Cover and cook for 30-45 more minutes or until beef and kumara are tender.

4 Remove dish from oven and stir silver beet through mixture until wilted. Serve spiced beef with beans.