ARMENIAN PUMPKIN STEW

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 3h15m

Yield Four to six servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon cardamom seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 clove
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 2-inch chunks
1 large onion, peeled and minced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
1 celery root, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
4 large, ripe tomatoes, peeled, cored and seeded
1 acorn squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
2 quarts chicken or beef broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 large pumpkin, about 5 pounds, cleaned
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup uncooked Basmati rice
1/4 cup minced coriander leaves
3/4 cup minced parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Combine coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, cumin and clove in a spice mill or coffee grinder. Grind until smooth. Set aside. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large, heavy-bottom saucepan. Add the lamb in one layer. Sprinkle with the spice mixture. Sear over medium heat until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove lamb from pan and set aside.
  • Add the onion and garlic to the pan. Saute, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the carrots, celery root, tomatoes and acorn squash. Add the broth. Return lamb to pan. Partly cover and gently simmer until the lamb is tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Season with the salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the pumpkin on a baking sheet. Brush the outside with the remaining oil. Bake until tender, about 45 to 60 minutes. Cook the rice according to package directions. Set aside.
  • To assemble, place the pumpkin in a serving dish. Fill with the lamb stew. Divide the rice among 4 warmed bowls. Ladle the stew from the pumpkin over the rice. Garnish with coriander and parsley. Serve immediately.

Sultan Ahmad Ulfat
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This stew was delicious and very easy to make. I especially liked the addition of the dried apricots. I will definitely be making this again.


kochu gach
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I received many compliments. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaming With NAHID
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cayenne pepper. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


Faruq Faruq
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of pumpkin, spices, and dried fruits. I will definitely be making this again.


Nicole Kutasz
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This stew was delicious! I especially liked the addition of the dried fruits and nuts. I will definitely be making this again.


Armano Khan
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I found this stew to be a bit bland. I think it needed more spices. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


Mudassir Rajpoot
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This stew was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


MD Mafus
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This stew was delicious and very easy to make. I especially liked the addition of the dried apricots. I will definitely be making this again.


nelson marynathan
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I received many compliments. I will definitely be making this again.


Avan Abas
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cayenne pepper. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


Meherunnesa Ruba
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of pumpkin, spices, and dried fruits. I will definitely be making this again.


Bilikisu Usman
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This stew was delicious! I especially liked the addition of the dried fruits and nuts. I will definitely be making this again.


Nannozi Olive Deborah
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I found this stew to be a bit bland. I think it needed more spices. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


Khan Mahadi Hasan
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This stew was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar. Otherwise, it was a good stew.


Zaighum Raja
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I made this stew for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received many compliments. The stew was easy to make, and the ingredients were easy to find. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaming Arafat
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This stew was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The pumpkin was soft and tender, and the broth was rich and flavorful. I served it with rice, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making


Foyjul Islam
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this stew changed my mind! The pumpkin was so tender and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I loved the addition of the dried apricots and walnuts, which gave the stew a nice chewy texture. I will def


Graceie Anderson
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This Armenian pumpkin stew was a delight! The flavors were rich and complex, with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The pumpkin was cooked to perfection, and the addition of the dried fruits and nuts gave it a lovely texture and flavor. I will d