Afghan shorba

Afghan dopiaza is a meat stew with onions and spices, cooked slowly to blend flavors, served with rice or bread.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Lamb800Grams
Onion6Count
Garlic4Clove
Ginger2Tbsp
Tomato3Count
Yogurt200Grams
Cumin Seeds1Tsp
Coriander Powder2Tsp
Turmeric Powder1Tsp
Red Chili Powder1Tsp
Salt1Tsp
Black Pepper1Tsp
Cooking Oil4Tbsp
Water500Milliliters
Fresh Cilantro1Bunch

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  2. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute.
  4. Add lamb cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Add yogurt and mix well. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the lamb is tender.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Prep

  • Thaw lamb in the refrigerator overnight if frozen.

Kitchen equipment

Large PotSpice Grinder