Fahsa
Middle Eastern

Fahsa

A deeply spiced lamb stew with bell peppers and tomatoes, enriched with the distinct bitterness of fenugreek.

Medium2 hours

Where it comes from

Fahsa is a traditional Yemeni dish, typically prepared in a 'madra', a special clay pot, in the mountainous regions where aromatic spices and fenugreek are prevalent.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

How it's made

  1. 1

    Sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers in olive oil.

  2. 2

    Add lamb pieces and brown them well.

  3. 3

    Stir in tomatoes, cumin, coriander, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Simmer with fenugreek until the lamb is tender.

  5. 5

    Serve hot with flatbread.

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