Mix of Best IRAN Recipes! Duck, Minced Meat & Traditional Lamb Abgoosht

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are high in protein and cook faster than chickpeas.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable, while frozen herbs maintain flavor.

Soak chickpeas in water overnight.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

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

Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, and cinnamon; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add soaked chickpeas and enough water to cover the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until lamb is tender.

Add diced potatoes and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Serve hot with fresh herbs and bread.

Cooking Techniques

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