Persian Beef-and-Split-Pea Stew

(15) Total Time 2 3/4h

Ingredients in this Recipe

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 pound boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup dried yellow split peas, picked over and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1/4 cup tomato paste (preferably Turkish)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 dried Omani lemons (optional), pierced in several places with a small sharp knife
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh Key lime or lemon juice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups water
4 medium onions, chopped (about 4 cups)
Accompaniments: cooked basmati rice; radishes; fresh mint and basil leaves

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