Mshosh Recipe - Armenian Cuisine - Heghineh Cooking Show

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

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

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme provides a similar aromatic quality.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while parsnips are often less expensive.

parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Cilantro can be a cost-effective herb alternative.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until boiling.

Add lamb and simmer for 10 minutes, skimming off any foam.

Add chopped onions, carrots, and potatoes to the pot.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and bell peppers.

Add minced garlic, coriander, cumin, bay leaves, and black pepper.

Season with salt to taste and bring to a gentle boil.

Reduce heat and cover, simmering for 1-1.5 hours until lamb is tender.

Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to maintain desired consistency.

Remove from heat and discard bay leaves.

Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

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