Şahnur Ilıcalı
28 June 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

Tender lamb is slowly braised with slices of quince in this hearty stew. The quince’s mildly sweet-tart aroma balances the rich flavor of the meat, making this a special winter dish.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Brown the lamb

10 min

Sear the lamb in oil over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, until browned on all sides.

2

Add the onion

10 min

Add the onion and cook for 8 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and tomato.

3

Simmer the stew

40 min

Add the hot water. Cover and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes, until the lamb is tender.

4

Add the quince

18 min

Toss the quince slices with the sugar and add them to the stew. Simmer over low heat for 15 to 18 more minutes, then adjust the salt.

5

Serve

Serve hot with rice.

Reminder

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the flavor deepens by the next day. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
460 kcalCalories
28 gProtein
24 gCarbohydrate
28 gFat
3 gFiber
16 gSugar
480 mgSodium
9 gSaturated Fat
Protein 24% Carbohydrate 21% Fat 55%
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