Sem'hal stew was a common type of food, a stew, that was enjoyed by Cardassians. A Cardassian restaurant on Raknal V made a Sem'hal stew which was made from local vegetables. Whenever Corbin Entek visited his Raknal V apartment, he would often visit the nearby restaurant and sample their "fine" Sem'hal stew. (ST - The Lost Era novel: The Art of the Impossible) Sem'hal stew with yamok sauce was a favorite meal of Aamin Marritza. (DS9 episode: "Duet")