Delicious and Authentic Iranian Stew | Celery Stew

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken provides a leaner option while beef is often more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are lower in cost and have a longer shelf life.

Heat vegetable 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 diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric and cinnamon, stirring to coat the meat evenly.

Add chopped celery and sauté for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.

Mix in tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Pour in water and add dried lime, bringing the mixture to a simmer.

Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for about 1.5 hours until lamb is tender.

Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Stir in fresh herbs just before serving for added flavor.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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