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Chanakhi
Chanakhi
Chanakhi is a traditional Georgian dish known for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. It is typically a stew made with lamb or beef, combined with a variety of vegetables such as tomatoes, eggplant, bell peppers, potatoes, and onions. The ingredients are slow-cooked together with fragrant herbs and spices to create a delicious and comforting dish. Chanakhi is often enjoyed with a side of bread or over rice.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lamb or beef, cubed
- 2 pounds eggplant cubed
- 1.5 pounds potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 pound tomatoes diced
- 1 pound onions thinly sliced
- 1 pound bell peppers sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add the cubed lamb or beef to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the meat.
- Add the diced tomatoes and bell peppers to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Add the cubed eggplant and potatoes, making sure to distribute them evenly.
- Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for about 1.5-2 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Chanakhi hot, garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. It pairs well with bread or rice as a side dish.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 939kcal (47%)Carbohydrates: 68g (23%)Protein: 47g (94%)Fat: 55g (85%)Saturated Fat: 23g (144%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 166mg (55%)Sodium: 229mg (10%)Potassium: 2539mg (73%)Fiber: 17g (71%)Sugar: 23g (26%)Vitamin A: 4930IU (99%)Vitamin C: 210mg (255%)Calcium: 146mg (15%)Iron: 7mg (39%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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