
Turkish Chickpea and Lamb Stew with Winter Vegetables (Etli Nohut Yemeği)
Let me tell you about my latest culinary crush: Etli Nohut Yemeği, a Turkish stew that smells of Istanbul's bazaars. Imagine tender lamb chunks, creamy chickpeas, and winter vegetables warming up in a broth perfumed with paprika and cumin. It's a family dish par excellence, comforting and generous, that Turks love to share during long winter evenings. The meat absorbs the gentle spices, the vegetables become perfectly tender, and every spoonful transports you to the mountains of Anatolia. You'll see, it's simple to make, and the result is so satisfying that you'll make it your signature dish. Get ready for compliments!
Ingredients
- Lamb (shoulder or leg) cut into cubes600 g
- Dried chickpeas (soaked overnight) or canned250 g (or 1 can 400 g)
- Onions2 medium
- Garlic4 cloves
- Carrots2
- Potatoes2 medium
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Fresh tomatoes, grated2
- Sweet paprika1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil3 tablespoons
- Vegetable or lamb stock1 liter
- Salt and black pepperto taste
- Butter (optional for finishing)1 tablespoon
Instructions
- 1
The day before or at least 8 hours ahead, soak the chickpeas in cold water. Drain and rinse them.
- 2
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the lamb cubes on all sides, then remove them from the pot.
- 3
In the same pot, sauté the chopped onions and sliced garlic until translucent. Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Return the meat to the pot. Add the drained chickpeas, sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, grated tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour in the hot stock to cover.
- 5
Cover and simmer over low heat for about 45-50 minutes, until the meat is tender and the chickpeas are creamy. Add the butter at the end if you like, for extra richness.
- 6
Serve hot in shallow bowls, accompanied by pilaf rice or fresh bread. This stew tastes even better the next day, so feel free to make it ahead.
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