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Tabakh Roho

Cultural Context

Tabakh Roho is a traditional dish from Syria, often enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions. It reflects the rich culinary heritage of the Levant, showcasing the use of aromatic spices and fresh ingredients. In modern times, this dish has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in Middle Eastern restaurants worldwide, celebrated for its bold flavors and communal serving style.

SyrianSYmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound lamb stew
1 large onion
1 eggplant
1 zucchini
1 can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon seven spices
0.5 teaspoon coriander
salt to taste
2 tablespoons dried mint
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
ghee or oil

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat and beef is often less expensive.

pine nuts

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💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is creamier and healthier, while sour cream is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is typically cheaper.

1

Preheat pan and add ghee or oil.

2

Add 1 pound of lamb stew (or beef stew or meatballs) to the pan.

3

Brown the meat, stirring occasionally until it is seared on all sides.

4

Cut the onion into medium-sized cubes and add to the pan once the meat is browned.

5

Add diced eggplant and zucchini to the pan.

6

Pour in one can of diced tomatoes.

7

Mix in the spices: black pepper, seven spices, coriander, and salt to taste.

8

Add 2 tablespoons of pomegranate molasses and 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce mixed with 1 cup of water.

9

Cover the pan and let simmer for about 15 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Tabakh RahoTabakh Roho

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