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Iranian Layered Beef And Quince Stew

Name: Iranian Layered Beef And Quince Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Iranian
Ingredients: 500 g halal beef chuck, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces; 2 medium quinces, cored and sliced thick; tart Granny Smith apples can substitute; 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds; 2 large yellow onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tbsp olive oil

A classic Persian winter braise where thin layers of seasoned beef, tart quince, potatoes, and onions simmer together in a fragrant turmeric and cinnamon tomato reduction.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 50 min
Total: 65 min

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Technique to learn

Layered Low-Moisture Braising

Stacking ingredients in distinct layers allows meat juices and fruit aromatics to steam through the vegetables while cooking low and slow.

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk the tomato paste, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, salt, and 1 cup of warm water until smooth.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium heat.
Step 3: Arrange the yellow onion rings in a single layer along the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking.

Step 4: Layer the sliced halal beef chuck over the onions, followed by a layer of potato rounds, and top with the quince wedges.

Step 5: Pour the spice and tomato paste mixture evenly over the layered ingredients, drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cover tightly, and bring to a simmer.

Step 6: Reduce heat to low and cook undisturbed for 45 to 50 minutes until the beef is tender, the potatoes are soft, and the quince turns translucent.

Cooking tips

Keep the heat low so the bottom layer of onions caramelizes gently without scorching.
If quinces are out of season, firm tart green apples provide a similar aromatic acidity.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Iranian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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