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Khoresh Karafs Stew Recipe

A delicious Persian stew made with celery, herbs, and meat.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Persian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Lamb or Beef cut into cubes
  • 1 bunch Celery chopped
  • 1 bunch Parsley chopped
  • 1 bunch Mint chopped
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 cups Water
  • to taste Salt and Pepper

Instructions: 

  • 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden.
  • 2. Add turmeric and meat cubes. Cook until meat is browned on all sides.
  • 3. Add chopped celery, parsley, and mint. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • 4. Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours or until meat is tender.
  • 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with rice.

Notes:

This stew is best served with Persian saffron rice.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Celery, Persian, Stew
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