Yakhanit Batata (Potato Stew) Recipe

Name: Yakhanit Batata (Potato Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs potatoes; 1 lb boneless lamb shank (or beef stew meat); 1/3 cup chopped parsley or 1/3 cup cilantro; 1 minced garlic clove; 1 chopped onion; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional); 2 tablespoons canola oil (or 1 tablespoon ghee); oil (for frying); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 1/4 teaspoon rosemary; salt

Servings: persons

3 lbs potatoes
1 lb boneless lamb shank (or beef stew meat)
1/3 cup chopped parsley or 1/3 cup cilantro
1 minced garlic clove
1 chopped onion
2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
2 tablespoons canola oil (or 1 tablespoon ghee)
oil (for frying)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon rosemary
salt

1
Put lamb shanks in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and remove all froth. Add salt and allspice. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 2 hours.
2
Peel the potatoes and dice into 2cm cubes. Deep fry in canola oil and leave them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
3
Saute the onion. When translucent, add mined garlic and stir for a minute.
4
Then add the meat and stock to the onion and stir in the potatoes.
5
Season with the rest of the spices and adjust the salt. Let simmer for 15 minutes.
6
Add parsely/cilantro 3 minutes before turning the heat off. mix gently.
7
Serve hot with peppered rice.

717

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs potatoes, 1 lb boneless lamb shank (or beef stew meat), 1/3 cup chopped parsley or 1/3 cup cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, and more.

Yes, Yakhanit Batata (Potato 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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Yakhanit Batata (Potato Stew)

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Variations & substitutions

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