Artichoke Khoresh (Persian) Recipe

Name: Artichoke Khoresh (Persian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs skinless chicken legs, cut up; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron; 2 tablespoons hot water; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 3 cups chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped; 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 lb fresh artichoke heart; 3 cups cooked basmati rice

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs skinless chicken legs, cut up
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron
2 tablespoons hot water
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
3 cups chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 lb fresh artichoke heart
3 cups cooked basmati rice

1
Heat a non-stick saute pan and lightly brown chicken.
2
Add 1 tablespoon oil and the onion. Fry over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until onion becomes translucent.
3
Dissolve saffron in 2 tbsp hot water.
4
Add salt, pepper, saffron water, and turmeric to the chicken mixture.
5
Pour in 1 1/2 cups water.
6
Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
In a non-stick skillet, fry the parsley and mint in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat for 10 minutes and add to the chicken.
8
Add lime juice and the artichoke hearts to the chicken.
9
Cover and simmer for 40 to 55 minutes over low heat.
10
Check to see if the artichoke hearts are tender. Taste the khoresh.
11
and adjust seasoning if necessary.
12
Serve hot over basmati rice.
13
VARIATIONS: For *ab ghureh* substitute 3/4 cup unripe grape juice for the lime juice.
14
Frozen (2 9-oz pkgs) or bottled artichokes may be substituted. If using these, drain well. If pre-cooked, adjust cooking time, adding artichoke hearts when appropriate.
15
Chicken can be replaced with 1 pound lean stew meat such as lamb, veal or beef, cut into 1 inch cubes. If using this substitution, you may need to increase water amounts, so keep an eye on water levels.

934

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs skinless chicken legs, cut up, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 medium onions, thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Artichoke Khoresh (Persian) falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Artichoke Khoresh (Persian)

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Variations & substitutions

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