Traditional Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew)
A foolproof step-by-step recipe to make Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian herb stew) with tender meat, fragrant herbs, and a tangy kick.
Servings: 6
Calories: 415kcal
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 5 bunches Italian parsley large stems removed
- 20 scallions
- 2 bunches cilantro including stems
- 1 bunch fenugreek or 1 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves
- 2 lb. stew meat cow shoulder, neck, or chuck, 1-1 1/2 inch cubes
- 16 oz. can red kidney beans washed and drained
- 5 dried limes cracked open
- 1 onion diced
- 1 lemon juiced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 4 tbsp flavorless oil like canola, split into 2+2
- 1 pinch saffron optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean and dry the herbs and scallions ingredients. Chop them very small and sautee in 2 tbsp canola oil for 5-10 minutes on medium-high heat until wilted like sauteed greens. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Add the other 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan and cook the onion until translucent over medium-high heat.
- Add the meat. Season with turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook until just browned on all sides.
- Add 4 cups hot water, the cooked herbs, washed and drained kidney beans, dried limes, and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Simmer for 90 minutes.
- Optional: Before serving, grind and steep the saffron in 1 tbsp of hot water, add to the stew, and mix.
- Serve with basmati rice.
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Notes
Gourmeh Sabzi freezes very, very well. You can freeze it in a freezer bag, or use a silicone tray. These are the trays I use to freeze my Persian stews, stocks, and more.
You can find pre-made frozen fried greens aka "ghormeh sabzi" at your local Middle-Eastern market. Most people I talk to swear by this shortcut because it takes so much time to prep the herbs in this recipe and most Persian homes eat this dish often. The frozen shortcut also makes it easy to make this dish all year round.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 325mg | Potassium: 1195mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4470IU | Vitamin C: 95.4mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 8.1mg
