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Home›Stew Recipes

🍲 Stew Recipes

Rich, slow-cooked stews from around the world - Persian Ghormeh Sabzi, Moroccan tagines, Greek stifado, and Indian curries. These dishes reward patience with extraordinary depth of flavor.

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Persian · Stews
Khorak-e Hoboobat (خوراک حبوبات) — Persian Seven-Grain & Legume Stew
A hearty Persian stew of seven grains and legumes simmered until velvety, flavored with turmeric, tomatoes, and olive oil. Nourishing and restorative, it’s finished bright with lemon and served hot with bread.
930 min 6 431 cal

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Khoraak Gol Kalam va Loobia Sabz — Persian Cauliflower and Green Bean Stew - authentic persian recipe

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Persian · Stews

Khoraak Gol Kalam va Loobia Sabz (خوراک گل کلم و لوبیا سبز) — Persian Cauliflower and Green Bean Stew

A vibrant Persian-style vegetable khoraak balancing caramelized onion, cumin warmth, and bright lemon. Cauliflower and green beans simmer until tender, then finish with a savory-sweet soy glaze and crisp golden garlic garnish.

65 min 4 236 cal

Khoresh Gharch — Persian Mushroom & Saffron Chicken Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh Gharch (خورش قارچ) — Persian Mushroom & Saffron Chicken Stew

Khoresh Gharch is a Persian-style mushroom and saffron chicken stew with a velvety, lightly thickened sauce. Butter-sautéed mushrooms and onions build deep umami, finished with bloomed saffron for a floral, elegant aroma.

90 min 4 504 cal

Khoresht-e Gousht — Persian Aromatic Lamb & Garden Vegetable Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht-e Gousht (خورشت گوشت) — Persian Aromatic Lamb & Garden Vegetable Stew

A Persian-style lamb stew simmered slowly with onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Garden vegetables cook in a rich tomato broth until tender, creating a warming, aromatic main perfect with rice.

150 min 6 520 cal

Tass Kabab Nokhod Farangi — Persian Beef and Green Pea Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Tass Kabab Nokhod Farangi (تاس کباب نخود فرنگی) — Persian Beef and Green Pea Stew

Tass Kabab Nokhod Farangi is a comforting Persian beef stew with green peas and carrots, gently simmered with advieh, cinnamon, and tomato paste. Butter enriches the sauce for a fragrant, home-style finish.

140 min 6 420 cal

Khoresh Meygu — Persian Herb and Tomato Shrimp Stew with Feta - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh Meygu (خورش میگو) — Persian Herb and Tomato Shrimp Stew with Feta

A Southern Iranian-inspired shrimp stew simmered with tomatoes, parsley, and dill, then finished with creamy feta. Bright, savory, and quick to cook, it’s ideal served over fluffy rice with citrus on the side.

60 min 4 305 cal

Khoresht Gazaneh — Persian Stinging Nettle Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht Gazaneh (خورشت گزنه) — Persian Stinging Nettle Stew

A seasonal Persian Caspian-style stew built on tender stinging nettles, lots of garlic, and softly set eggs. Bright, mineral, and deeply comforting, it is traditionally served spooned over fluffy steamed basmati rice.

85 min 4 520 cal

Khoresht-e Porteghal ba Belderchin — Persian Quail Stew with Sweet Orange Sauce - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht-e Porteghal ba Belderchin (خورشت پرتقال با بلدرچین) — Persian Quail Stew with Sweet Orange Sauce

A festive Persian-style quail stew simmered with turmeric and onion, then finished in a glossy sweet orange sauce thickened lightly with cornstarch. Bright, aromatic, and balanced between tangy citrus and gentle sweetness.

95 min 4 538 cal

Khoresht Albaloo — Persian Sour Cherry Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht Albaloo (خورش آلبالو) — Persian Sour Cherry Stew

Khoresht Albaloo is a Persian sweet-and-sour stew of sour cherries and tender chicken in a ruby sauce. Balanced with sugar and citrus, it is traditionally served with rice at summer gatherings and celebrations.

120 min 4 520 cal

Khoresh-e Bamieh ba Morgh — Persian Chicken and Okra Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh-e Bamieh ba Morgh (خورش بامیه با مرغ) — Persian Chicken and Okra Stew

A Southern Iranian-style chicken and okra stew simmered in a tangy tomato broth with advieh and lemon. Searing the okra keeps it silky, not slimy, for a bright, comforting meal over saffron rice.

100 min 4 430 cal

Khoresht-e Adas — Persian Lentil Stew with Sour Plums - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht-e Adas (خورشت عدس) — Persian Lentil Stew with Sour Plums

Khoresht-e Adas is a comforting Persian lentil stew where earthy brown lentils simmer with potatoes, tomato paste, warm spices, and dried sour plums for a bright, tangy finish. Hearty, balanced, and weeknight-friendly.

85 min 4 410 cal

Khoresht-e Bademjan ba Zeytoon — Persian Eggplant & Olive Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresht-e Bademjan ba Zeytoon (خورشت بادمجان با زیتون) — Persian Eggplant & Olive Stew

A Northern Iranian-inspired vegetarian stew where fried eggplant and sweet peppers simmer with tomato paste, celery, and briny green olives. Finished with lemon for a balanced, savory-sour depth and silky texture.

100 min 4 290 cal

Khorak-e Loobia Sefid — Persian White Bean Potage - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khorak-e Loobia Sefid (خوراک لوبیا سفید) — Persian White Bean Potage

A comforting Persian white bean potage simmered until velvety with onion, garlic, carrot, celery, bay leaf, and tomato paste, then brightened with fresh lemon and parsley. Hearty, simple, and perfect with warm flatbread.

680 min 6 265 cal

Khoresh Beh — Persian Quince and Plum Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh Beh (خورش به) — Persian Quince and Plum Stew

Khoresh Beh is a classic Persian sweet-and-sour autumn stew where seared lamb simmers with fragrant quince, tart dried plums, saffron, and tomato paste into a glossy, velvety sauce.

155 min 6 430 cal

Khoresh-e Morgh Anarijeh — Persian Pomegranate & Wild Herb Chicken Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh-e Morgh Anarijeh (خورش مرغ اناریجه) — Persian Pomegranate & Wild Herb Chicken Stew

Khoresh-e Morgh Anarijeh is a Northern Iranian chicken stew where mixed herbs simmer with walnuts, sour pomegranate juice, and pomegranate molasses. The result is tangy, nutty, and deeply aromatic—ideal with steamed rice.

120 min 4 610 cal

Khoresh Tareh Farangi — Persian Leek Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh Tareh Farangi (خورش تره فرنگی) — Persian Leek Stew

A classic Persian stew built on slowly sautéed leeks and onions, gently simmered with lamb or beef, turmeric, and tomato paste, then finished with fresh lemon juice for a bright, balanced tang.

130 min 4 410 cal

Ghormeh Qarch — Persian Velvety Mushroom Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Ghormeh Qarch (خورمه قارچ) — Persian Velvety Mushroom Stew

Ghormeh Qarch is a Persian vegetarian mushroom stew with sautéed peppers, tomato paste, and warm curry spice. Egg yolks are tempered in at the end for a silky, velvety texture and rich, umami depth.

65 min 4 240 cal

Tas Kebab-e Nokhod Farangi — Persian Green Pea & Meat Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Tas Kebab-e Nokhod Farangi (تاس کباب نخود فرنگی) — Persian Green Pea & Meat Stew

A comforting Persian pot stew of slow-cooked beef or lamb with sweet green peas, onions, and tomato paste, warmly spiced with turmeric and cinnamon. Savory, gently tangy, and perfect with rice or flatbread.

140 min 4 520 cal

Khoresh Aloo — Persian Chicken and Plum Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khoresh Aloo (خورش آلو) — Persian Chicken and Plum Stew

Khoresh Aloo is a classic Persian sweet-and-sour stew where tender chicken simmers with yellow split peas, fried onions, saffron, and sun-dried prunes. Balanced with sugar and lemon, it’s traditionally served over fluffy rice.

165 min 6 520 cal

Khourak Morgh ba Jo va Gharch — Persian Chicken, Barley & Mushroom Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khourak Morgh ba Jo va Gharch (خوراک مرغ با جو و قارچ) — Persian Chicken, Barley & Mushroom Stew

A comforting Persian-style chicken stew thickened with pearl barley and mushrooms. Turmeric, garlic, and slow simmering create a velvety, restorative bowl that’s hearty yet balanced for everyday family meals.

135 min 6 392 cal

Khorak ba Ab Anar — Persian Pomegranate Eggplant & Lentil Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khorak ba Ab Anar (خوراک با آب انار) — Persian Pomegranate Eggplant & Lentil Stew

A hearty Persian vegetarian stew where silky eggplant and tender lentils simmer with tomatoes, mint, and a tangy pomegranate syrup finish. Balanced, vibrant, and deeply comforting with a sweet-sour edge.

90 min 4 330 cal

Khorak-e Tond-e Lubia Sefid — Spicy Persian White Bean & Chicken Stew - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Khorak-e Tond-e Lubia Sefid (خوراک تند لوبیا سفید) — Spicy Persian White Bean & Chicken Stew

A hearty Persian winter stew of creamy white beans and tender chicken simmered in stock with onion, garlic, cumin, dried mint, and clove, finished with fresh red chili and chili powder for a warming, balanced heat.

670 min 6 420 cal

Aabgoosht-e Giahi — Persian Vegetarian Stone Soup - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Aabgoosht-e Giahi (آبگوشت گیاهی) — Persian Vegetarian Stone Soup

A soul-warming Persian vegetarian take on classic dizi: slow-simmered beans, wheat, potatoes, soy protein, tomatoes, and dried lime. Serve traditionally in two stages—broth first, then mashed solids with bread and herbs.

990 min 6 430 cal

Ja'fari Ghoorme — Persian Parsley Stew with Meatballs and Eggplant - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Stews

Ja'fari Ghoorme (جعفری قورمه) — Persian Parsley Stew with Meatballs and Eggplant

A bright Persian herb stew built on parsley and leeks, simmered with tender meatballs and finished with silky fried eggplant. Verjuice brings a clean tartness that balances the savory broth and herbs.

140 min 4 520 cal