PERSIAN LAMB AND CHICKPEA STEW (QORMEH SABZI)

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A lovely, healthy, Persian dish, which can easily be made with cuts of beef. Try it in place of your usual stew some evening! :)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Stew

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder, finely diced
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup water
10 green onions, chopped thin
3 tablespoons finely chopped celery leaves
1/2 lb fresh spinach, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2/3 cup cooked garbanzo beans or 2/3 cup cooked red kidney beans, drained

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large heavy pan, and saute the lamb until well browned on all sides.
  • Add the onion, cooking until soft, then add salt, pepper to taste, turmeric, lemon juice, and water, bringing to a boil.
  • Lower heat and cover, simmering for 15 minutes.
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet and saute the onions, celery leaves, spinach, and parsley for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add these vegetables and the chickpeas to the meat and mix together thoroughly.
  • Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer another 20 minutes, or until meat is tender, adding water as necessary to keep up with consistency.
  • Serve with steamed basmati rice.

erica ventura
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I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it never disappoints. The flavors are amazing, and the lamb is always cooked to perfection.


Yoel Andrade
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This is my favorite Qormeh Sabzi recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Caleb Beauchene
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This Qormeh Sabzi was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves Persian food.


MFAHAB Mano
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I was disappointed with this Qormeh Sabzi. The lamb was tough, and the sauce was bland.


Mr. Meme
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This Qormeh Sabzi was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Vicky Alamos
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This was the best Qormeh Sabzi I've ever had. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly balanced.


Tuffuoh Mensah
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This Qormeh Sabzi is a great way to impress your guests. It's a beautiful and delicious dish that is sure to wow everyone at the table.


Alphanso McDonald
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I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it never disappoints. The flavors are amazing, and the lamb is always cooked to perfection.


deathshooter 72
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This is my go-to recipe for Qormeh Sabzi. It always turns out perfectly, and my family loves it.


YOUR ZAIB
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This Qormeh Sabzi was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves Persian food.


fekadu melke
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written, and it turned out perfectly. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and complex. I will definitely be making this again.


Lupierre Fredricks
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I found this Qormeh Sabzi to be a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.


Khurram Riaz
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This Qormeh Sabzi was a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavors were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of oil next time I make it.


Gwan Jeong-ho
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I made this Qormeh Sabzi for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! My guests loved the rich flavors and the tender lamb. I will definitely be making this dish again for special occasions.


Md Abdul qader
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This was my first time making Qormeh Sabzi, and I was really happy with the results. The stew was flavorful and hearty, and the lamb was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and authe


Abu Bakr s
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I've tried many Qormeh Sabzi recipes, but this one is by far the best. The proportions of ingredients are perfect, and the instructions are easy to follow. I especially love the addition of fenugreek leaves, which gives the dish a unique and deliciou


OP WATTOO
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This Qormeh Sabzi was a total hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the lamb was fall-apart tender. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.