Aash E Aab Leemoo Recipe

Ingredients for Aash E Aab Leemoo

• Basmati Rice
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, mint, chives – mix is best)
• Ground Lamb
• Split Peas
• Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2 large onions, peeled and sliced
• Cooking Oil
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• Black Pepper

How to Make Aash E Aab Leemoo

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
2. Add the rinsed split peas, hot water, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the split peas are very soft.
4. While the soup simmers, prepare the meatball mixture: In a bowl, combine the ground meat with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Gently shape into small meatballs.
5. Add the meatballs to the soup and continue to simmer for 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Wash and finely chop the fresh herbs. Add to the soup along with the lime juice, sugar, and marjoram.
7. Stir well and simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. In a small pan, heat a teaspoon of oil and sauté the chopped mint for a few minutes until fragrant.
9. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with the sautéed mint, and serve hot. Enjoy!