Khoresh Bademjan
Tender beef and soft fried aubergine in a tangy tomato and saffron sauce.
- Time2 hr
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.55 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Fry the onions in 1 tablespoon oil for 10 minutes. Add the beef and turmeric and brown for 6 minutes.
16 min - 2
Stir in the tomato purée, tinned tomatoes, water and dried limes. Cover and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes, until the beef is tender.
75 min - 3
Meanwhile, brush the aubergine rounds with the remaining oil and roast at 200°C (180°C fan) for 25 minutes until golden.
25 min - 4
Add the saffron and lemon juice to the stew. Lay the aubergine on top and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes without stirring.
10 min - 5
Serve with steamed basmati rice.
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