"SHURPA" Caucasian MUTTON SOUP.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and quicker to cook.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are shelf-stable and less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes add flavor and nutrients.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add cubed lamb and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots, bell peppers, and potatoes; mix well.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Add diced tomatoes, bay leaves, cumin, paprika, and black pepper; stir.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until lamb is tender.

Add chickpeas and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt and lemon juice to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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