Choresh Qormeh Sabzi (Green herb stew) Recipe

Name: Choresh Qormeh Sabzi (Green herb stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 to 3 pounds lean beef chuck; About 3/4 cup corn oil; 2 large onions, sliced thin; 1 medium-size leek; 3 cups freshly chopped spinach leaves; 2 cups freshly chopped parsley; 3/4 cup fresh dill, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, or to taste; Lemon juice, optional and to taste; steamed white rice

Servings: persons

2 1/2 to 3 pounds lean beef chuck
About 3/4 cup corn oil
2 large onions, sliced thin
1 medium-size leek
3 cups freshly chopped spinach leaves
2 cups freshly chopped parsley
3/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon white pepper, or to taste
Lemon juice, optional and to taste
steamed white rice

1
Beef should be trimmed of fat and cut in 1-to-1 1/2-inch cubes.
2
Heat half of oil in 2 1/2-to-3-quart Dutch oven or other stew pot and add onions.
3
Saute over very low heat until just slightly brown.
4
Add beef and stir with onions.
5
Add half salt and pepper.
6
Cover and let simmer gently but steadily over low heat for about 2 hours.
7
Stir at intervals to prevent scorching and check to be sure there is enough liquid, adding water only if necessary.
8
While beef is cooking, prepare greens.
9
Wash leek thoroughly and chop white and green portions separately.
10
Heat remaining oil in deep skillet or wide saucepan and add white portion of leek.
11
Saute gently over moderate heat for about 5 minutes, or until it begins to soften.
12
Add green portion of leek and saute for another 5 minutes, or until it begins to soften.
13
Leeks should not take on color.
14
Add chopped spinach and saute for 5 minutes, then parsley and saute for 5 minutes.
15
Add cilantro and saute for 5 minutes and then dill.
16
Saute for 5 minutes.
17
By this time mixture should be reduced to a near sauce but should still be bright green.
18
Set aside.
19
When meat is thoroughly cooked, stir in green sauce and reheat together for about 5 minutes before serving.
20
Adjust seasonings, adding lemon juice to taste.
21
If prepared in advance, green sauce can be added to cooked beef and they can be reheated together before serving.
22
Serve stew spooned over steamed rice.

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 to 3 pounds lean beef chuck, About 3/4 cup corn oil, 2 large onions, sliced thin, 1 medium-size leek, and more.

Yes, Choresh Qormeh Sabzi (Green herb stew) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Choresh Qormeh Sabzi (Green herb stew)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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