Turkish Guvec Recipe

Turkish Guvec Recipe
The Traditional Turkish Guvec Recipe is a beloved dish from Turkey, featuring a hearty stew cooked slowly in a clay pot to enhance the flavors of its ingredients. This dish typically includes a variety of meats and vegetables, brought together with vibrant spices and sometimes finished with cheese, making it a perfect example of Turkish comfort food.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes


Cooking Time: 2 hours


Resting Time: 15 minutes


Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes


Serving: 4

Ingredients:

- 1 lb lamb, cut into chunks


- 2 large onions, chopped


- 3 garlic cloves, minced


- 2 bell peppers, diced


- 2 large tomatoes, chopped


- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced


- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced


- 1/2 cup olive oil


- 1 teaspoon paprika


- 1 teaspoon dried thyme


- Salt and black pepper to taste


- 1/2 cup grated kasar cheese (optional)

Method:

- Preheat and Prepare:

- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If using a traditional clay guvec pot, soak it in water for at least 15 minutes before using.

- Sauté Vegetables:

- In a large skillet, heat half of the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add bell peppers and cook until slightly softened.

- Layer and Bake:

- In the guvec pot, layer the sautéed vegetables, then lamb, followed by a layer of tomatoes, zucchinis, and mushrooms. Sprinkle each layer with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.


- Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the oven for about 2 hours until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

- Finish with Cheese:

- If using cheese, sprinkle kasar cheese over the top 15 minutes before the end of cooking. Return to the oven uncovered to allow the cheese to melt and brown slightly.

Notes:

- Guvec can be made with various meats or as a vegetarian dish by omitting the lamb.


- Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.


- Adjust the amount of spices according to your taste preferences.

Nutritional Information per Serving (Based on USDA Guidelines):

- Calories: 560 kcal


- Protein: 35g


- Carbohydrates: 25g


- Fat: 36g


- Fiber: 5g


- Sodium: 220mg


- Sugars: 12g . . . . Click to see recipe.
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