Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

onion

chopped

3 cloves

garlic

minced

2 lb

stew beef

cut bite size

0.5 tsp

turmeric

1 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

dried mint

3 cup

boiling water

20 unit

frozen chopped spinach

chopped

1 cup

green onions

chopped

1 cup

leeks

chopped

0.5 cup

parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

coriander

chopped

4 tbsp

lemon juice

Step 1
~7 min

Chop the onion and mince the garlic.

Step 2
~7 min

Cut the stew beef into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3
~7 min

Heat oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~7 min

Brown the chopped onion and minced garlic in the hot oil.

Step 5
~7 min

Add the beef to the saucepan and stir, cooking until the meat is no longer red.

Step 6
~7 min

Incorporate turmeric, salt, and dried mint, mixing thoroughly.

Step 7
~7 min

Pour in boiling water, then cover the saucepan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 8
~7 min

Add frozen chopped spinach (or fresh chopped spinach), chopped green onions, chopped leeks, chopped parsley (or dried parsley), and chopped coriander (or dried coriander). Mix well to thaw the spinach.

Step 9
~7 min

Cover the saucepan and simmer on low heat for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the meat is tender.

Step 10
~7 min

Stir in the lemon juice. If the stew is too thick, add a small amount of water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve hot over steamed rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.

For a richer flavor, brown the beef in batches.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of sumac.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with basmati rice.

Accompany with Persian yogurt (mast-o-khiar).

Serve with warm pita bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Shirazi salad
Torshi (Persian pickled vegetables)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Iran

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Persian cuisine, often served at family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Nowruz (Persian New Year)

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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