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Traditional Armenian Gomgush
Traditional Armenian Gomgush
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Prep Time:
45 minutes
Cook Time:
180 minutes
Total Time:
225 minutes
Traditional Armenian lamb stew with potatoes and tomatoes, cooked to perfection in a tonir for authentic flavors and tender, juicy meat.
Ingredients:
  • 1 bunch basil, chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 1 bunch parsley, chopped
  • 1 sprig thyme, chopped
  • 5 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled
  • 3 pounds lamb chops, cubed
  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 sprig mint, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 eggplants, chopped
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups beer, or more to taste
  • 4 brown onions, chopped
  • 7 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions:
  • Mix basil, cilantro, parsley, and thyme in a bowl. Set aside 2 tablespoons and refrigerate. Spread half of the herb mix at the bottom of a large soup pot. Layer half of the tomatoes, bell peppers, and potatoes. Place lamb on top, season with cumin, mint, salt, and black pepper. Add eggplant, carrots, remaining tomatoes, bell peppers, and remainder of the herbs. Pour in beer.
  • Cover the pot with a lid and simmer over medium heat for 1 hour. Stir in onions and garlic. Season with salt to taste and continue to cook for an additional 2 hours. Finish by sprinkling with the reserved 2 tablespoons of herb mixture before serving piping hot.