Best 2 Dopiazeh Recipes

CHICKEN DOPIAZA

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In Hindi "do" means "two" and "piaza" refers to onions - hence the origin of the name of this dish, which has prominent flavors of onion.

Provided by eatrealfood

Categories Curries

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cubed
6 small onions, halved
3 bay leaves
8 green cardamom pods
4 cloves
3 dried red chilies
8 black peppercorns
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 inch ginger, chopped
2 onions, chopped
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or 3 tablespoons ghee

Steps:

Heat 2 tablespoons oil and fry the halved onions until tender and translucent. Remove and keep aside.
Add the remaining oil and saute the bay leaves, cardamom, cloves, chilies and peppercorns.
When they crackle, add the chopped onions this time, together with the garlic and ginger, and saute for 3 minutes.
Add the ground spices and salt and cook for 3 minutes.
Add the water and tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes until sauce starts to thicken.
Add the chicken pieces and continue to cook for 12-15 minutes.
Add the reserved small halved onions and then cover and cook for a further 8-10 minutes until chicken has cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.4, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 383.4, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 11.1, Protein 26.9

DOPIAZEH

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I found this recipe on a blog called Turmeric and Saffron. It is wonderful served with Persian rice and warm pita bread.

Provided by Miss Fannie

Categories Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground turkey
2 large onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces
2 -3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil (I used olive oil)
salt and pepper
water

Steps:

In non-stick skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil on medium heat, add half of the chopped onions, saute until golden brown.
Add turmeric and stir well before adding in the garlic.
Add the pound of ground meat and saute until brown.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Mix in the chopped potatoes, the second batch of chopped onions, a cup of water and the tomato paste. Stir well.
Adjust the seasoning and cook on low heat for an hour. Add more water, if needed.
Serve with rice or warm pita.

Tips:

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
Rinse lentils and rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any impurities.
Soak lentils for at least 30 minutes before cooking to reduce cooking time.
Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for even cooking.
Bring the lentils and rice to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender and the rice is cooked through.
Add vegetables and spices to taste.
Serve dopiazeh hot with yogurt, chutney, and naan.

Conclusion:

Dopiazeh is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of lentils, rice, vegetables, and spices, dopiazeh is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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