Aash-e Aab Leemoo Recipe

Name: Aash-e Aab Leemoo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g basmati rice or 200 g long-grain rice; 1 kg herbs (parsley, mint, coriander, spring-onion ends); 500 g ground lamb or 500 g beef; 3 tablespoons split peas; 3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 -3 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons marjoram; 1 tablespoon mint; 4 large onions; cooking oil; salt; black pepper

Servings: persons

200 g basmati rice or 200 g long-grain rice
1 kg herbs (parsley, mint, coriander, spring-onion ends)
500 g ground lamb or 500 g beef
3 tablespoons split peas
3 -4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 -3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons marjoram
1 tablespoon mint
4 large onions
cooking oil
salt
black pepper

1
Peel and slice two onions and fry in oil until slightly golden.
2
Add 4-5 glasses of hot water, split-peas, salt and pepper and cook over low heat for about 10 minutes.
3
Wash rice and add to the aash.
4
Cook for another 15-20 minutes.
5
Peel and grate two onions.
6
Add to meat with salt and pepper and mix well.
7
Shape into small balls and add to the aash.
8
Wash herbs, chop finely, add to the aash, and cook for another 15-20 minutes.
9
Add in lime juice, sugar, and marjoram (if fresh marjoram is used, it should be finely chopped).
10
Mix well and cook for a few more minutes.
11
Fry mint in oil for a few minutes (if fresh mint is used, it should be finely chopped before frying).
12
Add mint on top of the aash and serve.

758

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 g basmati rice or 200 g long-grain rice, 1 kg herbs (parsley, mint, coriander, spring-onion ends), 500 g ground lamb or 500 g beef, 3 tablespoons split peas, and more.

Yes, Aash-e Aab Leemoo falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aash-e Aab Leemoo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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