Traditional Afghan Lamb Shorwa

Discover the authentic flavors of Afghanistan with our Traditional Afghan Lamb Shorwa, a hearty soup infused with rich spices and tender lamb. This dish combines succulent lamb chunks with a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, all simmered to perfection, creating a comforting and nourishing meal that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

🫒 1/4 cup vegetable oil
🧅 2 large onions, finely diced
🧄 6 cloves garlic, minced
🍖 4 lbs lamb pieces with bones
🧂 5 tsp table salt
✨ 1 tsp turmeric powder
🍅 4 tomatoes, diced
🌶️ 5 small green chilies, sliced
🍑 6 dried sour plums (Al Bukhara), soaked
🥔 1-2 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
🍈 1-2 turnips, peeled and cut into large chunks
💧 60 oz boiling water
⚫ Freshly ground black pepper
🥖 Afghan bread, for serving

Instructions

1- Heat the Oil:

• In a WMF brand pressure cooker pot, heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil over medium heat.

2- Sauté Onions:

• Add one finely diced onion to the hot oil and sauté until lightly golden.

3- Add Garlic:

• Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4- Cook the Lamb:

• Add the lamb pieces to the pot, stirring to coat them with sautéed onions and garlic.

5- Season:

• Sprinkle salt and turmeric over the lamb, mixing well to ensure even seasoning.

6- Add Tomatoes and Peppers:

• Stir in the diced tomatoes and sliced green chilies, cover the pot, and let it cook for 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and create a sauce.

7- Add More Vegetables and Plums:

• Add the second finely diced onion and soaked dried sour plums, along with their soaking liquid, to the pot. Stir well.

8- Add Water:

• Pour in the boiling water and stir thoroughly.

9- Pressure Cook:

• Cover the pot securely and pressure cook for 10-12 minutes to tenderize the lamb.

10- Prepare Potatoes and Turnips:
- While the lamb is cooking, peel and chop the potatoes and turnips into large chunks.

11- Add Potatoes and Turnips:
- Once the lamb is done, release the pressure, uncover the pot, and add the potatoes and turnips, seasoning with black pepper to taste.

12- Simmer:
- Cover the pot without pressure-cooking and let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes and turnips are tender.

13- Serve:
- Pour the Shorwa over Afghan bread and accompany it with a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35-42 minutes
Total Time: 50-57 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Calories: Approx. 350 per serving
Proteins: 35g per serving
Fats: 15g per serving
Carbohydrates: 25g per serving
Equipment: WMF pressure cooker pot, cutting board, chef's knife, serving spoon, measuring cup, small knife-style peeler, pepper grinder

Cooking Tips

• Avoid pressure cooking while simmering to maintain vegetable texture.
• Serve over Afghan bread with a fresh salad for added freshness.

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Traditional Afghan Lamb Shorwa

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