Turkmenistan Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Turkmenistan Kuzu ve Nohut Güveci)

Turkmenistan Kuzu ve Nohut Güveci, or Turkmenistan Lamb and Chickpea Stew, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple in Turkmen cuisine. This stew is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the tender lamb and creamy chickpeas to absorb the rich blend of spices and aromatics.

Turkmenistan Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Turkmenistan Kuzu ve Nohut Güveci)

Ingredients

  • 500g lamb, cubed
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken or lamb broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon, coating the lamb and onions with the spices.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, sliced bell pepper, and chickpeas to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour in the broth, bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve the Turkmenistan Kuzu ve Nohut Güveci hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
380 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
22g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Can opener

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Turkmenistan Kuzu ve Nohut Güveci with warm flatbread or over a bed of fluffy rice.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra depth of flavor, you can brown the lamb in batches before proceeding with the recipe. Additionally, feel free to customize the spice blend to your preference.

Cost

$20