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Iran · Persian
Ghormeh Sabzi
Persian herb stew with beef, kidney beans and dried lime.
- Persian
- 115 min total time
- 4 base servings
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Classic
Persian herb stew with beef, beans and dried lime.
No specific allergen is declared for the listed ingredients.
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- Classic
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Contains
Ingredients
- 550gbeef stew pieces
- 80gparsley
- 60gcilantro
- 60gchives or spring onion greens
- 300gkidney beans, cooked
- 160gonion
- 2dried lime
- 3gturmeric
- 35mlneutral oil
- 800mlwater
- 7gfine salt
Cooking method
Pot
- Brown beef
Brown beef and onion in oil with turmeric.
- Cook herbs
Chop herbs finely and cook them in oil until fragrant and darker.
- Combine
Add herbs, beans, dried lime, water and salt to the beef.
- Simmer
Cover and simmer until the beef is tender.
- Adjust
Reduce the stew until rich and serve with rice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use canned beans?
Yes. Rinse and drain them before adding to the stew.
What does dried lime add?
It gives the stew a deep sour note.
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