Name: Authentic Qorma-e-Kadu (Afghan Pumpkin Stew with Lamb)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: 5 lbs (700g) lamb shoulder or leg, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 medium sugar pumpkin (or butternut squash), about 2 lbs (900g), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1.5-inch chunks; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 1 cup beef or lamb broth (or water); 1/2 cup golden raisins; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); Fresh cilantro or mint, chopped for garnish

Qorma-e-Kadu Afghanistan

A sweet and savory pumpkin stew with lamb, raisins, and spices.

Afghanistan stew

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