Saed News: Tas Kebab is a meat and vegetable stew that has traditionally been cooked especially by grandmothers. The meat used for making "Tas Kebab" must be lamb, preferably the rib part.
According to the Family Magazine service of Saed News, if you have limited time, you can prepare Tas Kebab at home. Despite its name, this dish has nothing to do with various kebabs and is made with vegetables. Tas Kebab can be made with chicken or ground meat. This dish is suitable for all seasons but is more popular during the colder months. If you also enjoy stews,
Ingredients for making meat Tas Kebab
This amount serves 3 to 4 people:
Meat
Quince
Carrots
Potatoes
Onions
Tomatoes
Tomato paste
Salt, turmeric, and black pepper
Dried plums (aloobukhara)
Oil, verjuice (ab-ghooreh), or lemon juice (optional)
Prepare the Meat: Cut the lamb into medium-sized pieces.
Sauté Onions: In a pot, heat some oil and sauté sliced onions until golden.
Brown the Meat: Add the lamb pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
Add Vegetables and Spices: Add chopped quince, carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes to the pot. Stir in tomato paste, salt, turmeric, and black pepper.
Add Dried Plums: Toss in dried plums to add a subtle sweetness and richness.
Add Liquid: Pour enough water (or broth) to cover the ingredients.
Simmer: Cover and simmer on low heat until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Adjust Flavor: Add verjuice or lemon juice to taste for a slight tanginess.
Serve: Serve hot with rice or fresh bread.
Enjoy the rich, comforting taste of this traditional Iranian stew, perfect for a cozy family meal!
