Ghormeh Sabzi
A deeply fragrant stew of slow-cooked lamb, dried fenugreek, parsley, and kidney beans soured with dried limes — Iran's most beloved home dish.
Cuisines
Persian
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 120 min
Total: 135 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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200 grams | Lamb , cubed |
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1 | Onion , large, finely chopped |
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3 tablespoons | Vegetable oil |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 cup | Kidney Bean , soaked overnight |
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2 cups | Parsley , fresh, chopped |
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1 cup | Cilantro , chopped |
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1 cup | Fenugreek Leaf , fresh, chopped |
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1 | Dried Lime , pierced with a fork |
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2 cups | Water |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Black Pepper , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 3 Add the cubed meat to the pot and brown on all sides.
- 4 Stir in the turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 5 Add the soaked kidney beans and pierced dried lime to the pot.
- 6 Pour in 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
- 7 In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- 8 Add the chopped parsley, cilantro, and fenugreek leaves, and sauté until fragrant and slightly wilted.
- 9 Add the sautéed herbs to the pot with the meat and beans.
- 10 Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- 11 Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper before serving.
Tips
For a more authentic taste, use fresh fenugreek leaves if available, or substitute with a smaller amount of dried fenugreek if necessary.