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Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh

This comforting Persian lamb and lentil soup combines tender lamb shank, green lentils, rice, carrot, spinach, parsley, and cilantro in a fragrant turmeric- and garlic-seasoned broth. Lemon juice adds a bright finish, while green onions, radishes, and fresh herbs such as parsley, mint, and basil make a crisp accompaniment for a warming lunch or dinner.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook1 hr 30 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

50 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
52 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
11 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
93 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
1 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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48
Heart Health
48
Metabolic
58
Digestive
30
Inflammatory
61
Performance
60
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more. Add lamb shank and sear until lightly browned on all sides, about 6 minutes total.

  2. 2

    Add the water, turmeric, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until lamb is almost cooked, about 40 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add carrot, lentils, and rice. Cover and cook 20 minutes more. Stir in spinach, parsley, and cilantro. Cook over medium-low heat 10 minutes more.

  4. 4

    Remove lamb shank and let cool slightly. Separate meat from bone, shred it into medium pieces, and return it to the soup.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and additional black pepper as needed. Add lemon juice just before serving.

About This Recipe

Shadi's Lamb Shank Soup e Mahicheh is a Persian dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Carrot, Chopped Spinach, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 531.79 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh?
It is a Persian soup recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Carrot, Chopped Spinach, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 17 is above.
How long does it take to make Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh?
About 2 hrs in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 531.79 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.
Is Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh healthy?
Shadi’s Lamb Shank Soup-e Mahicheh has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 531.79 calories and 36.6 g of protein, or 73% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 336.83 mg (15% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 6.75 g (34% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 14.93 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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