Khoresh Karafs | Persian Celery Stew

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often less expensive.

dried lime

🥗Healthier: fresh lime

💰Cheaper: lemon

Fresh lime offers a similar acidity, while lemon is often more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while canola is usually less expensive.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg provides similar warmth, while allspice is often more affordable.

In a large pot, add the bone pieces, bay leaves, and water to make the bone broth. Bring to a boil and then simmer for several hours to extract the flavors.

In a separate pan, heat ¼ cup of olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.

Add 3 tbsp of olive oil to the pan and then add chopped celery, cooking until tender.

Stir in the parsley, mint, and celery leaves, mixing well with the celery and onions.

Add the stew meat to the mixture and brown on all sides.

Season the stew with turmeric, salt, pepper, and chili flakes, stirring to combine.

Pour in the prepared bone broth and bring the stew to a simmer. Cook until the meat is tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.

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