This Persian Stew (Ghorme Sabzi) is a very popular dish that hails from Iran. It is made with either beef or lamb, kidney beans and some other special ingredients. 

My friend shared a flat with an Iranian man during his University days and during this time the young man’s Mother would often come over and spend the whole day cooking for them (Spoiled)!

It has been many years since then, however Jason had not forgotten how good those meals where. And one of his favorite dishes was for this Persian Herb Stew. 

Recently, I was asked to try and prepare some traditional dishes in exchange for a few nights of fine dining somewhere, so I gladly took the challenge.

I must admit i was like a fish out of water, because i never cooked Iranian food before so i wasn’t sure what recipes or techniques to use.

However with some time a patience i learned the tricks to making this delicious dish. My first attempts failed, I was following the wrong recipes, and to my partner’s disappointment none of the dishes I prepared tasted at all like he remembered.

But I did not give up and set my focus on Ghorme sabzi  which is considered the Iranian national dish, and understandably so, it’s absolutely delicious not to mention very healthy.

I finally prepared this recipe here, and we both were instantly in Ghorme Sabzi Persian Heaven! Knowing we found the right recipe that is sure to please those who know it all to well and those trying it for the first time. Serve with basmati rice and enjoy!

Adapted @ The Persian Pot

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