Bozbash: Traditional Azerbaijani Lamb Soup with Chickpeas | Grandma's Kitchen

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat and cost-effective.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are nutritious and often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is versatile.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Thyme adds similar herbal notes and is often more affordable.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Add cubed lamb; brown on all sides for 8-10 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes; mix well with the meat.

Pour in water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add chickpeas, bay leaves, and spices.

Simmer uncovered for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Check for tenderness of lamb and vegetables; adjust seasoning if needed.

Add lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley.

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