Gosht

Gosht is a type of meat that is popular in many Middle Eastern and South Asian cuisines. It is typically made with lamb or mutton, but can also be made with chicken, beef, or pork. The word “gosht” is derived from the Persian word for meat, which is “gusht.”

Gosht dishes are typically stewed or slow-cooked, and often feature a variety of spices and herbs. Common spices used in gosht recipes include cumin, coriander, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon. Gosht is often served with rice or bread, and can also be used in pies or pastries.

The history of gosht dishes is believed to date back to the time of the Persian Empire. It is thought that the first gosht recipes were created by the Persian royal chef, Esmail Khorasani. These early recipes were likely influenced by the cuisines of the Middle East and Central Asia.

Advice

When making gosht, it is important to take your time and use fresh ingredients. Start by marinating the meat in a mixture of spices, garlic, ginger and other flavors for at least an hour. When you are ready to cook, use a combination of oil and butter to fry the meat until it is browned and cooked through. Add some onions and garlic to the pan and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent. Finally, add the marinade and simmer until the sauce has thickened and the meat is cooked through. Enjoy your gosht!

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Recipes

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Kadhai Gosht

  • cumin
  • tomato
  • lamb
  • garlic paste
  • lemon juice
  • garam masala
  • coriander
  • vegetable oil
  • green chile
  • salt
  • ginger
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Dahi Gosht (Lamb in Yogurt Sauce)

  • ginger
  • black pepper
  • turmeric
  • tomato
  • lamb leg
  • yogurt
  • onion
  • lamb stock
  • canola oil
  • coriander
  • garam masala
  • garlic paste
  • ginger paste
  • mint
  • coriander
  • cumin
  • bay leaf
  • green chile
  • salt
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Daal Gosht (Lamb with Lentils)

  • daal
  • ginger paste
  • chili powder
  • cumin
  • garam masala
  • turmeric
  • lime
  • onion
  • lamb
  • garlic paste
  • coriander
  • vegetable oil
  • tomato
  • salt
  • cilantro

Ingredient Breakdown

 
coriander
salt
cumin
tomato
garlic paste
garam masala
green chile
lamb
vegetable oil
ginger
turmeric
onion
ginger paste
bay leaf
lemon juice
black pepper
lamb leg
yogurt
lamb stock
canola oil
mint
daal
chili powder
lime
cilantro
water
basmati rice
cumin seed
cinnamon
garlic
potato
black
green
ghee
goat meat
clove

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