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Ingredients

300 grams	lamb shank, bone-in
1 large	onion, chopped
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	ground black pepper
1 teaspoon	salt
1 tablespoon	tomato paste
2 cups	water
1 cup	chickpeas, soaked overnight
1 cup	white beans, soaked overnight
2 medium	potatoes, peeled and halved
1 medium	tomato, chopped
1 teaspoon	dried lime powder
1	dried lime, pierced

Instructions

1. 1 In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until golden.
2. 2 Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
3. 3 Stir in the turmeric powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
4. 4 Add the lamb shank and brown on all sides.
5. 5 Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
6. 6 Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
7. 7 Add the soaked chickpeas and white beans to the pot.
8. 8 Cover and let simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the meat is tender.
9. 9 Add the potatoes, chopped tomato, dried lime powder, and pierced dried lime.
10. 10 Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through.
11. 11 Remove the dried lime and discard.
12. 12 Using a potato masher, mash some of the beans and potatoes in the pot to thicken the broth.
13. 13 Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
14. 14 Serve hot with fresh bread and pickles.