Khoresh Gheymeh, Iran's Most Precious Stew

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

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

split peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and canned beans save prep time.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers color and health benefits, while paprika is more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: carrots

Sweet potatoes add nutrition, while carrots are budget-friendly.

Sauté chopped onions in oil until translucent.

Add diced lamb or beef and brown on all sides.

Stir in tomato paste and pureed tomatoes, cooking until fragrant.

Add yellow split peas, water, and spices (cinnamon, salt, black pepper, turmeric, cardamom, dried lime powder) to the pot.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender.

Add rose water and saffron at the end of cooking.

Fry potatoes until golden and crispy for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

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