Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew)

Name: Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 lb. stewing beef, cut into 1.5-inch cubes; 1 small onion, diced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 bunches parsley, finely chopped; 1 bunch spinach, finely chopped; 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped; 1/2 tablespoon dried fenugreek; 1/2 cup red kidney beans*, soaked overnight, rinsed and drained; 2 cups water; 2 dried limes; salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h 5min

Ghormeh sabzi is a classic traditional Persian herb stew with beef or lamb, fresh herbs, and kidney beans, that's slowly cooked, developing so much flavor.

Updated at: Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:26:12 GMT