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Medium 1 hr 43 min~430 kcal 9/10
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Khoresht e Bademjan
Persian eggplant and beef stew simmered with tomato, turmeric, saffron, and a gentle sour note.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 16 min📖 1 min readServes 5~470 kcal🇮🇷 Iranian🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 86 min cook 20 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 16 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating20 min
- Cooking1 h 26 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
For the stew
- 650 gr Diced beef
- 2 adet Onions
- 3 diş Garlic
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Tomato puree
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Tomato paste
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Water
For the eggplant
- 4 adet Eggplants
For the spice mix
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Turmeric
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Saffron water
For the sour sauce
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Lemon juice
For cooking
- 5 yemek kaşığı(~75 ml) Vegetable oil
General
- 1.2 tatlı kaşığı(~12 ml) Salt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Slice the eggplants lengthwise, sprinkle with half the salt, rest for 15 minutes, and dry.
15 min15:00 - 2
Fry the eggplants on both sides in half the vegetable oil for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Soften the onions in the remaining oil for 7 minutes, add the garlic, and toss for 1 minute.
8 min08:00 - 4
Add the diced beef, turmeric, black pepper, and remaining salt, then sear the meat for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 5
Add the tomato paste, tomato puree, and water.
- 6
Cook the stew over low heat for 55 minutes, until the meat is tender.
55 min55:00 - 7
Add the eggplants, saffron water, and lemon juice, then cook for 15 more minutes.
15 min15:00 - 8
Rest khoresht e bademjan for 5 minutes and serve with rice.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: If you cannot find dried lime, add a little lemon juice, but add the acidity in the final 15 minutes; early acid slows the meat from tenderizing.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve khoresht e bademjan hot with plain rice and optional yogurt cucumber salad.
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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
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~470
kcal calories
30
g protein
24
g carbs
30
g fat
Protein 25%Carbs 20%Fat 55%
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.
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FAQ
How many servings does Khoresht e Bademjan make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Khoresht e Bademjan take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 86 minutes, including 20 minutes of passive resting; 136 minutes in total.Is Khoresht e Bademjan difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Khoresht e Bademjan have?
Approximately 470 kcal per serving. Protein: 30g, carbs: 24g, fat: 30g.Is Khoresht e Bademjan allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Khoresht e Bademjan belong to?
This recipe belongs to Iranian cuisine.How many ingredients does Khoresht e Bademjan need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.
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