Khoresh Gheymeh Bademjan – Lamb Aubergine Stew with Split Peas
Khoresh-e Gheymeh Bademjan is a delicious Persian lamb stew with aubergines/eggplants, yellow split peas, and tomatoes. This tasty red stew is very popular with European and American friends. In Iran it is common for people to occasionally prepare large quantities…
Khoresh-e Karafs – Lamb Celery Stew
Khoresh-e Karafs is a hearty lamb and herb stew with celery. Fresh lemon juice allows you to add sourness to your liking. It’s one of those dishes, that I didn’t like as a kid and I cannot tell you how…
Khoresh-e Bamieh – Persian Lamb Okra Stew
Khoresh-e Bamieh is a tasty lamb okra stew from the south of Iran. If you’re familiar with Persian food, you know, that we love a hint of sourness in our stews. In this dish the sourness comes from tamarind paste.…
Khoresh-e Rivas – Lamb Rhubarb Stew
It’s rhubarb season and this means it’s time for Khoresh-e Rivas! This glorious lamb rhubarb stew is one of my favourite Persian stews! The savoury flavour of the lamb and herbs, combined with the fresh sourness of the rhubarb just…
Aabgoosht aka Dizi – Persian Lamb Beans and Potato Stew
A while back my Maman sent me these beautiful Dizi stone pots. I finally used them for the very first time to cook delicious Aabgoosht over charcoal on my BBQ. But don’t worry, if you don’t have a garden, a…
Gheymeh Stew – Khoreshe Gheymeh
Khoreshe Gheymeh is one of the classic Persian dishes! This lamb stew with yellow split peas, topped up with crispy homemade potato fries is high up on most Iranians’ list of favourite foods. If you haven’t tried it, I highly…
Khoreshe Havij – Persian Carrot Lamb Stew
Khoreshe Havij is a tasty carrot lamb stew! I can’t believe I didn’t like it as a child! So many years I missed out on this delicious, slightly sweet dish… But the good news is, my Maman recently reminded me…
Khoreshte Gardan – Persian Lamb Neck
This is my take on Chelo Khoreshte Gardan. This Persian Lamb Neck Stew is so tender and delicious, yet so incredibly easy to make!
Ghormeh Sabzi – Persian Lamb Stew with Herbs
Ghormeh Sabzi is a Persian classic! This hearty lamb stew is packed with herbs, giving it a multifaceted flavour. When you ask Iranians about their favourite food most of them will say it’s Ghormeh Sabzi. It takes some time to…
