PERSIAN LAMB-VEGETABLE KHORESHE

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A Khoreshe is a type of thickened sauce, usually containing meat and vegetables, that is served over rice. This is one of my favorite Persian dishes, one I used to make for my friend Said. It is Persian homestyle cooking at its best!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Stew

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large eggplant
olive oil
2 large onions, sliced
2 lbs boneless lamb, cut into 1 inch cubes
3 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Slice the unpeeled eggplant and sprinkle with salt; place in a colander to drain for 25-30 minutes.
  • Pat eggplant dry and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tbsp.
  • olive oil in large saute pan; saute egplant until tender.
  • Add a little oil as needed to prevent sticking.
  • In large kettle, heat 2 tbsp.
  • olive oil; add onions and saute until tender.
  • Add lamb cubes, browning on all sides.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes, then add eggplant, tomatoes, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper; add 1/2 cup water.
  • Simmer for 1 hour, or until meat is tender.
  • Serve over chelo, or steamed basmati rice.
  • Lemon wedges also make a good condiment.

gul ayaz
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've even made it for company and they loved it.


SUSHMA RAI
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was very flavorful and the lamb was cooked perfectly.


Naeem Khandoker
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Theophilus Goodness
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I'm not a fan of lamb, but I loved this dish. The meat was so tender and flavorful.


Chikadibia Matthew
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Jerry Derron
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as good as I hoped.


Hui Xu
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's savory, sweet, and tangy all at the same time.


Nazim newaz Mito
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Emina Pezo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out bland and watery.


chala tolesa
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a group of friends and everyone loved it.


Princess Adaeze
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort. The dish was delicious!


M Qasim
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Joan Odoch
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this dish was delicious! The meat was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering.


Jonathan Reaves
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This dish was absolutely amazing! The flavors were incredible and the lamb was cooked to perfection.


nkem precious
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Nadeem Basheer
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This Persian lamb and vegetable khoreshe was a hit with my family! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced.