Mahicheh
Mahicheh is a traditional Persian lamb stew cooked with a rich blend of spices and herbs.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Dried lime - 2, pierced
- Water - 4 cups
- Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Ground cardamom - 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
- Turmeric - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Onions - 2 large, finely chopped
- Lamb shoulder - 2 pounds, cubed
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until golden brown.
- Add the cubed lamb shoulder and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, cardamom, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the meat with the spices.
- Add the tomato paste and cook for a few minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Pour in the water and add the dried lime. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pot and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Remove the dried lime from the stew.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro, mint, and lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or bread.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g