Persian Lamb With Split Peas Recipe

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Persian Lamb With Split Peas
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Directions:

  1. Melt the butter in a large pan or flameproof casserole and fry the onion for 3-4 minutes, till golden, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add the meat and cook over high heat for another 3-4 minutes, till browned.
  3. Add turmeric, cinnamon and curry powder and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Stir in the water, season well and bring to a boil then cover and simmer over low heat for about 35 minutes.
  5. Stir saffron into 1 T boiling water.
  6. Add the saffron liquid to the meat with the split peas, dried limes* and tomatoes. Stir well, then simmer covered for a further 35-50 minutes, till meat is completely tender and split peas are soft.
  7. Heat the oil in a frying pan and saute the potatoes for 10-15 minutes, till cooked and golden.
  8. Lift out the dried lime and discard. spoon the meat on to a warmed serving dish and scatter the sauteed potatoes on top.
  9. Serve with cooked rice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 409.96 Kcal (1716 kJ)
Calories from fat 176.43 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.6g 30%
Cholesterol 91mg 30%
Sodium 329.77mg 14%
Potassium 891.96mg 19%
Total Carbs 31.56g 11%
Sugars 6.4g 26%
Dietary Fiber 5.91g 24%
Protein 28.23g 56%
Vitamin C 26.1mg 44%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 24%
Iron 4.5mg 25%
Calcium 82.8mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 94.41 Kcal (395 kJ)
Calories from fat 40.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.51g 30%
Cholesterol 20.96mg 30%
Sodium 75.94mg 14%
Potassium 205.41mg 19%
Total Carbs 7.27g 11%
Sugars 1.47g 26%
Dietary Fiber 1.36g 24%
Protein 6.5g 56%
Vitamin C 6mg 44%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 24%
Iron 1mg 25%
Calcium 19.1mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 9
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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