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'''''Khoresh''''' {{lang-fa|[[wikt:خورش|خورش]]}} is a generic term for stew dishes in [[Persian cuisine]]. The word is a substantive of the verb ''xordan'' ({{lang-fa|[[wikt:خوردن|خوردن]]}}) "to eat" and literally means "meal". The word is often misspellt '''''Khoresht''''' ({{lang-fa|خورشت}}) in writing, which is attributable to linguistic hypercorrection. An alternative, although rare spelling, is ''Khorisht''.
'''''Khoresh''''' {{lang-fa|[[wikt:خورش|خورش]]}} is a generic term for stew dishes in [[Persian cuisine]]. The word is a substantive of the verb ''xordan'' ({{lang-fa|[[wikt:خوردن|خوردن]]}}) "to eat" and literally means "meal". The word is often misspellt '''''Khoresht''''' ({{lang-fa|خورشت}}) in writing, which is attributable to linguistic [[hypercorrection]]. An alternative, although rare spelling, is ''Khorisht''.


It generally refers to different [[stew]]s in the [[Persian cuisine]], and is typically served beside [[Pilaf|polo]] (rice). In Persian cuisines there are many different Khoresh with many unique ingredients. Vegetarian Koreshs are not uncommon. Iranian stews use liberal amounts of [[saffron]] to give a distinctive and fragrant taste. The most popular Khoreshs are [[Gheimeh|Khoresh Gheymeh]], [[Ghormeh Sabzi|Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi]] and Khoresh [[Fesenjan|Fesenjaan]]. These stews feature in [[Iraqi cuisine|Mesopotamian cuisine]] also.
It generally refers to different [[stew]]s in the [[Persian cuisine]], and is typically served beside [[Pilaf|polo]] (rice). In Persian cuisines there are many different Khoresh with many unique ingredients. Vegetarian Koreshs are not uncommon. Iranian stews use liberal amounts of [[saffron]] to give a distinctive and fragrant taste. The most popular Khoreshs are [[Gheimeh|Khoresh Gheymeh]], [[Ghormeh Sabzi|Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi]] and Khoresh [[Fesenjan|Fesenjaan]]. These stews feature in [[Iraqi cuisine|Mesopotamian cuisine]] also.
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[[File:Khoresh Bademjan.jpg|thumb|right|Khoresh Bademjan Lape]]
[[File:Khoresh Bademjan.jpg|thumb|right|Khoresh Bademjan Lape]]
* [[Khoresh Bādemjān]] (Aubergine Stew): including [[aubergines]], boned leg of [[Lamb and mutton|lamb]] or stewed beef or chicken, [[onions]], [[turmeric]], [[tomato paste]] and medium tomatoes
* [[Khoresh Bādemjān]] (Aubergine Stew): including [[aubergines]], boned leg of [[Lamb and mutton|lamb]] or stewed beef or chicken, [[onions]], [[turmeric]], [[tomato paste]] and medium tomatoes
* Khoresh Bādemjān Lapeh (Aubergine and Yellow Split Pea Stew): same as previous with addition of yellow [[split peas]] and [[Advieh]]
* [[Khoresh Bādemjān Lapeh]] (Aubergine and Yellow Split Pea Stew): same as previous with addition of yellow [[split peas]] and [[Advieh]]
* [[Khoresh Bāmieh]] (Okra Tomato Stew): Stewing lamb or beef, [[okra]], potatoes, onions, fresh [[Lime (fruit)|lime]] juice and tomato paste
* [[Khoresh Bāmieh]] (Okra Tomato Stew): Stewing lamb or beef, [[okra]], potatoes, onions, fresh [[Lime (fruit)|lime]] juice and tomato paste
* Khoresh Bāmieh Lapeh (Okra and Yellow Split Pea Stew): same as previous with addition of yellow split peas and Advieh
* Khoresh Bāmieh Lapeh (Okra and Yellow Split Pea Stew): same as previous with addition of yellow split peas and Advieh
* [[Khoresh Beh]] (Quince Stew): chunks of lamb are stewed with slices or cubes of tart [[quince]], and yellow split peas; this dish is always served with rice.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia |last= Ramazani|first=Nesta |encyclopedia=Encyclopedia Iranica |title= Uses of the Fruit in Cooking |url=http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/beh-quince-cydonia#pt3 |accessdate=2008-10-11 }}</ref>
* [[Khoresh Beh]] (Quince Stew): chunks of lamb are stewed with slices or cubes of tart [[quince]], and yellow split peas; this dish is always served with rice.<ref>{{cite encyclopedia |last= Ramazani|first=Nesta |encyclopedia=Encyclopedia Iranica |title= Uses of the Fruit in Cooking |url=http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/beh-quince-cydonia#pt3 |accessdate=2008-10-11 }}</ref>
* [[Khoresh alou Esfenaj]] ([[Prune]] and [[Spinach]] Stew)
* [[Khoresh alou Esfenaj]] ([[Prune]] and [[Spinach]] Stew)
* Khoresh [[Fesenjān]] or Fesenjun (Pomegranate Stew) including [[duck]] or chicken or beef meatballs, ground [[walnuts]], onions, [[pomegranate]] juice, pomegranate paste, sugar
* Khoresh [[Fesenjān]] or Fesenjun (Pomegranate Stew) including [[duck]] or chicken, or beef meatballs, ground [[walnuts]], onions, [[Pomegranate molasses]], sugar
* Khoresh Havij ([[Carrot]] Stew)
* Khoresh Havij ([[Carrot]] Stew)
* [[Khoresh Kadu]] ([[Zucchini]] Stew): pan-fried whole or long-cut sliced [[zucchini]], stewed [[Lamb and mutton|lamb]], beef or chicken, [[onions]], [[tomato paste]] and whole or split pan-fried tomatoes
* [[Khoresh Kadu]] ([[Zucchini]] Stew): pan-fried whole or long-cut sliced [[zucchini]], stewed [[Lamb and mutton|lamb]], beef or chicken, [[onions]], [[tomato paste]] and whole or split pan-fried tomatoes
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* [[Khoresh Kangar]]
* [[Khoresh Kangar]]
* Khoresh Karafs (Celery Beef Stew) including lamb or beef, [[celery]], onions, fresh lime juice, mint, and parsley
* Khoresh Karafs (Celery Beef Stew) including lamb or beef, [[celery]], onions, fresh lime juice, mint, and parsley
* [[Khoresh Lubia-Sabz]] ([[Green bean|French Bean]] Stew)
* [[Khoresh Lubia Sabz]] ([[Green bean|French Bean]] Stew)
* [[Khoresh Reevaas]] ([[Rhubarb]] Stew)
* [[Khoresh Reevaas]] ([[Rhubarb]] Stew)
* [[Khoreshte Aloo]] (Prune Stew)
* [[Khoresh Aloo]] (Prune Stew)


Salt, pepper, and oil are also used in these dishes.
Salt, pepper, [[Advieh]], and oil are also used in these dishes.


==See also==
{{portal|Food}}
{{portal|Food}}
* [[Chelow kabab]]
* [[Giouvetsi]]
* [[Đuveč]]
* [[Chanakhi]]
* [[Chakapuli]]
* [[Khoresht]]
* [[Piti]]


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 00:37, 11 April 2014

Khoresh
TypeStew
Place of originIran
Serving temperature.
Main ingredientsMeat, Vegetables, Spices

Khoresh RV7H+29V Bidokht, South Khorasan Province bidokht is a generic term for stew dishes in Persian cuisine. The word is a substantive of the verb xordan (RV7H+29V Bidokht, South Khorasan Province bidokht) "to eat" and literally means "meal". The word is often misspellt Khoresht (RV7H+29V Bidokht, South Khorasan Province bidokht) in writing, which is attributable to linguistic hypercorrection. An alternative, although rare spelling, is Khorisht.

It generally refers to different stews in the Persian cuisine, and is typically served beside polo (rice). In Persian cuisines there are many different Khoresh with many unique ingredients. Vegetarian Koreshs are not uncommon. Iranian stews use liberal amounts of saffron to give a distinctive and fragrant taste. The most popular Khoreshs are Khoresh Gheymeh, Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi and Khoresh Fesenjaan. These stews feature in Mesopotamian cuisine also.

Varieties

Khoresh Bademjan Lape

Salt, pepper, Advieh, and oil are also used in these dishes.

References

  1. ^ Ramazani, Nesta. "Uses of the Fruit in Cooking". Encyclopedia Iranica. Retrieved 2008-10-11.