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Etli Bezelye Yemeği - Pea Stew With Meat

Etli Bezelye Yemeği, or Pea Stew with Meat and Potatoes, is a popular summer dish in Turkish cuisine. It combines tender meat, sweet peas, and a simple tomato sauce into a delicious and nutritious meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 470 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Middle Eastern , Turkish

Ingredients

  • 800 g Diced lamb
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 large carrot (diced)
  • 2 small potatoes (diced)
  • 1 kg peas in pods (or 400 grams of frozen peas)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 500 ml water or vegetable stock

Instructions

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  1. Put a Dutch oven or heavy-based pan on medium heat and then add olive oil.
  2. When the pan is hot, add the meat. Cook it until it releases its juices and they reduce again, about 10 minutes. Let the meat brown nicely.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become translucent and fragrant.
  4. Toss in the diced carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, peas, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine with the meat and onions. Cook for a few minutes to allow the tomato paste to deepen in flavor.
  5. Add the water or vegetable stock, bringing the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
  6. Continue to simmer the stew for another 1 hour 15-20 minutes, or until the meat and vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Notes

  • Using a good cut of meat is key. Beef chuck or leg of lamb works well because they become tender with slow cooking.
  • Don't rush the stew, let it simmer gently to help the flavors meld together and make the meat tender.
  • If the stew is too thick, add a bit more broth. If it’s too thin, let it simmer uncovered for a bit longer to reduce the liquid.
  • If using frozen peas, add them towards the end of the cooking period, when the meat and vegetables are almost cooked.

Nutrition Information

Calories 470kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 130mg (43%) Sodium 742mg (31%) Potassium 1289mg (37%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 3776IU (76%) Vitamin C 61mg (68%) Calcium 74mg (7%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 470

% Daily Value*

Calories 470kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 130mg 43%
Sodium 742mg 31%
Potassium 1289mg 27%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 3776IU 76%
Vitamin C 61mg 68%
Calcium 74mg 7%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.