Iranian Lamb And Yogurt Stew - Tony's Comfort Kitchen

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

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

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and quick to cook; canned beans save time.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs provide flavor but are more shelf-stable.

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

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, mild curry powder, turmeric, and ground cinnamon; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

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

Pour in water and chopped tomatoes, bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

In a bowl, whisk together yogurt and saffron-infused water until smooth.

Stir yogurt mixture into the stew, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with roasted pistachios, flaked almonds, and alongside boiled rice or flatbread.

Cooking Techniques

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