Lamb, eggplant, tomato, and strained sumac water simmer into a tangy southeastern Turkish stew.
25 min prep 55 min cook
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Soak the whole sumac in 1 cup of hot water for 15 minutes, then strain.
Sear the lamb in a pot for 8 minutes.
Add the onion and soften for 5 minutes.
Cut the eggplants and tomatoes large and add them to the pot.
Add the sumac water and hot water and cook over low heat for 40 minutes.
Serve with crushed garlic yogurt on the side.
💡 Tip: Straining the sumac water adds sourness without leaving grit in the dish.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with garlic yogurt and plain rice pilaf.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~410
kcal calories
28
g protein
22
g carbs
24
g fat
18.1g
Sugar
12.5g
Fiber
120.4mg
Sodium
13.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Very filling, for a really hungry day
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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