How to Make Tas Kebab (Persian Lamb and Vegetable Stew) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tas Kebab is a traditional Persian dish known for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This lamb and vegetable stew is a popular comfort food in Iran, with its roots dating back centuries. The name "Tas" comes from the special pot it is traditionally cooked in, which is made of clay and has a round shape with a tight-fitting lid.

The key to making a delicious Tas Kebab is to use high-quality ingredients, including tender lamb meat, a variety of fresh vegetables, and a blend of aro...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 pound lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced (Optional)
  • ½ cup pitted prunes
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 quince, cored and sliced
  • 1 large eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup tomato juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (Optional)
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 50 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Pour oil into a pot. Cover the bottom of the pot with onions; add lamb. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon.
  • Layer garlic, ginger, prunes, carrots, quince, eggplant, and tomato onto the seasoned lamb. Sprinkle with 1 pinch of salt. Pour in water, tomato juice, and lemon juice.
  • Cook, covered, over low heat, until lamb is tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Add potatoes and cover. Cook until potatoes are soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    467 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 496mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 71g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 63mg
    • Calcium: 105mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1899mg