Khoresht Ghaarch

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 4
Make this savory Khoresht Ghaarch for dinner tonight
in Dinner

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g chicken
500 g mushrooms
2 large onions
1 tablespoon wheat flour
3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon saffron
cooking oil
salt
black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
700
Sugar
3g
Fat
38g
Khoresht Ghaarch is a Persian dish that is traditionally made with lamb, but can also be made with chicken. It is a hearty stew that is perfect for a cold winter night. The main ingredients of Khoresht Ghaarch are chicken or lamb, mushrooms, onions, and lime juice. Saffron is added for flavor and color. The dish is typically served with rice or bread. Khoresht Ghaarch is a comfort food that is often served at family gatherings or special occasions.

Instructions

1.Clean the chicken and cut it into small pieces.
2.Chop the onions and fry them in a pot with some cooking oil until golden and translucent.
3.Add the chicken to the pot and fry until golden brown.
4.Dissolve saffron in 1/4 cup of hot water, add to the pot and mix well.
5.Add salt, black pepper, and 3 to 4 cups of hot water to the pot.
6.Cover the pot and let the chicken cook on low heat for about 30 to 40 minutes.
7.Clean the mushrooms and slice them. Fry the mushrooms in a pan with some cooking oil until brown.
8.Add the mushrooms to the pot and let them cook for about 10 minutes.
9.In a separate bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of wheat flour with 1/4 cup of cold water until smooth.
10.Add the flour mixture to the pot and stir well.
11.Let the Khoresht Ghaarch cook for an additional 10 minutes on low heat.
12.Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of fresh lime juice to the pot and mix well.
13.Serve hot with rice or bread.

PROS

Khoresht Ghaarch is a delicious and satisfying meal that is easy to make and can feed a crowd.

It can be made with chicken or lamb, depending on your preference.

Mushrooms add a wonderful flavor and texture to the dish.

Khoresht Ghaarch is a one-pot meal that requires minimal cleanup.

CONS

Khoresht Ghaarch is a high-fat dish due to the cooking oil and the chicken or lamb used.

It is not a low-calorie dish and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in fat and calories, Khoresht Ghaarch has some health benefits.
The chicken or lamb provides an excellent source of protein and iron.
The mushrooms are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Saffron has anti-inflammatory properties and has been linked to reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.

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