KHORESHT GHAIMEH - PERSIAN STEW WITH MEAT AND SPLIT PEAS

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A hearty, tangy, and delicious Iranian recipe. It is a delicious blend of meat, split peas, tomatoes, and spices topped with french fries. When choosing a meat, select a "roast" type. From My Persian Kitchen.

Provided by Barbell Bunny

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb lamb (or you can use beef)
2 medium onions, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 persian lemons
5 cups water
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup split peas
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoons spices, advieh (this can be found at a Middle Eastern Market. Or you can use vegetable or chicken bouillon.)
salt and pepper
1 cup French fries (I use frozen)

Steps:

  • Heat a dutch oven or large pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
  • Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent.
  • Add meat and let it brown for a few minutes.
  • Once the meat is browned, add turmeric.
  • Give the pot a few stirs, allowing the spices to release their flavors.
  • Prick the Persian lemons with a fork and add to the pot with 5 cups of water. Season to taste.
  • Cover and cook one hour.
  • Add tomatoes, split peas, tomato paste, and advieh. Cook for 1 1/2 to two hours.
  • While the strew cooks, give it a stir every so often so the bottom does not stick. Adjust seasonings.
  • About 15 minutes before planning to serve your khoresht, cook the french fries. Depending on what kind you prefer, you can bake or fry them.
  • I bake them, so spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray and add french fries. Bake at 400 degrees for 7 minutes on each side. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with salt.
  • Once the khoresht is done, place it in a serving bowl and top with french fries.
  • Serve over basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.9, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 40, Sodium 387.7, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 9.8, Protein 17.2

Sharon Stephens
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too spicy.


Mwinyimkuu Abdallah
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious.


Malak Abouchama
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover beef.


Shahzad farooq Shahzad farooq
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Alexander Indowar
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This is the best Persian stew I've ever had. I highly recommend it.


Mr Phillps
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I made this stew for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


ajay Karki
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I'm not a big fan of split peas, but I loved them in this stew.


Hammas Haider
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This stew is so easy to make. I just threw everything in the pot and let it simmer.


Sabbir Vi
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I didn't have any dried limes, so I used lemon juice instead. It turned out great!


Sjkckfk
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This stew is a bit too spicy for my taste.


Yabsra Dawiy
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The meat in this stew was a little tough, but the flavor was still good.


Shahenshah Jee
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This stew is so comforting and flavorful. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Nicki Minaj Stan
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I love the tartness of the dried limes in this stew. It really brightens up the flavor.


Tibagwa Mary
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This is my favorite Persian stew. The combination of beef, split peas, and spices is perfect.


visiting and fun
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Kaleab Yikber
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This stew is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the meat is fall-apart tender. I used lamb instead of beef, and it was delicious.