Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew)

Step 1

Rinse the herbs and drain well. Chop herbs very finely.Tip: Spin herbs in a salad spinner or pat dry.

Step 2

Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a cooking pot at medium setting. Sauté onions until light golden brown.

Step 3

Add meat, turmeric, black pepper and brown it a little. Then add some salt and 3 cups water and bring it to a boil.

Step 4

Lower the heat, add the drained beans and simmer for 30 mins.Tip: Cook longer if using beef.

Step 5

Meanwhile, heat 3 tbsp of oil in a nonstick skillet. Add the herbs and sauté for 20 to 25 minutes until you can smell the aroma of sautéed herbs. Make sure to stir in between.

Step 6

Then add sautéed herbs and simmer the stew for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Next, add the pierced dried limes and simmer for another 30 to 60 minutes until the meat and beans are tender.Tip: Add dried lime powder or lime juice in the last half hour adjusting as per your taste.

Step 8

The stew should be thick and not runny. Adjust the consistency, salt, lime and other seasonings.

Step 9

Serve Ghormeh Sabzi hot with steamed rice.