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Medium 1 hr 43 min~430 kcal 9/10
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Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni
A regional Turkish beef stew from Erzurum with dried apricots, tomato paste, butter, and a gently sweet tart sauce.
Medium⏱️ 3 hr 4 min📖 1 min readServes 4~454 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 70 min cook 94 min rest
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 3 h 4 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 34 min
- Cooking1 h 10 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the stew
- 650 g Cubed beef
- 180 g Dried apricots
- 2 pcs Onions
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
- 1.5 tbsp(~23 ml) Tomato paste
- 3 glass(~600 ml) Hot water
General
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the dried apricots in warm water for 12 minutes, then drain.
12 min12:00 - 2
Brown the cubed beef in the pot for 10 minutes, until it releases and reabsorbs its juices.
10 min10:00 - 3
Add the butter and finely chopped onions, and cook for 7 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
7 min07:00 - 4
Add the tomato paste and stir for 2 minutes until its aroma opens up.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the hot water, salt, and black pepper, and cook the meat over low heat for 42 minutes.
42 min42:00 - 6
Add the dried apricots and cook for 16 more minutes, until the sauce turns glossy and the meat is very tender.
16 min16:00 - 7
Rest the stew for 5 minutes and serve with a wide spoon so the apricots do not break.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Add the dried apricots near the end, not at the start; otherwise they fall apart and make the stew sauce jam-like.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve asmali yahni as a winter main dish with buttered bulgur pilaf and optional ayran.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~454
kcal calories
34
g protein
28
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 30%Carbs 25%Fat 45%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
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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FAQ
How many servings does Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 70 minutes, including 94 minutes of passive resting; 184 minutes in total.Is Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni have?
Approximately 454 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 28g, fat: 22g.Which allergens does Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Erzurum Apricot Beef Yahni need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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