10 Hearty Stew Recipes To Make

Here is a collection of some of the most flavorful stew recipes from around the world. These are filling, satisfying, and made from scratch with wholesome ingredients. You will find options perfect for both weeknights and special occasions, whether you are in the mood for chicken, lamb, beef, vegetarian, or vegan stews. Let’s dive in!

Khoresh Bademjan (Eggplant Stew)

Persian eggplant and lamb stew in a white dish. — Image Credit: The Delicious Crescent

This Persian eggplant stew, know as Khoresh Bademjan is a reader's favorite. It is hearty, flavorful and satisfying. Serve it with saffron rice for a comforting Persian meal.

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Easy Bean Stew With Sausage

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Bean and sausage stew is one of the easiest stew recipes on the blog, made with a few pantry staples and simple to customize to your taste.

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Dal Palak (Spinach Dal)

Close view of spinach dal, a lentil stew. — Image Credit: The Delicious Crescent

If you are craving a restaurant style Dal, then this recipe is the one for you. It is not only delicious but also nourishing as it is made with lots of spinach.

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Lamb Tagine With Olives and Mushrooms

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Moroccan stews hit the right spot—richly flavorful without being overly spicy. Try this easy one-pot Moroccan lamb dish with olives, mushrooms, and potatoes.

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Braised Chicken With Tomatoes

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For a Mediterranean twist, our braised chicken stew simmers in tomatoes, rosemary, and aromatic spices—quick, easy, and so tasty.

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Pumpkin Curry Recipe

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And for a seasonal treat, try a pumpkin curry where roasted pumpkin simmers in a creamy, butter chicken-style coconut sauce topped with crunchy roasted chickpeas.

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Braised Lamb Shanks (Persian Style)

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Another reader favorite, this Persian lamb shank stew is slow-cooked in a flavorful sauce with Persian spices, saffron, lemon juice, and herbs.

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Fesenjan (Persian Chicken Stew)

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Fesenjan, a traditional Persian favorite, features tender chicken simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce made with ground walnuts and pomegranate molasses.

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Nihari (Beef Shank Stew)

Beef shanks stew served in a grey bowl with naan on the side. — Image Credit: The Delicious Crescent

Or try Nihari, a popular beef shank stew from South Asia, where beef shanks are slow-cooked in a spicy gravy until fall-apart tender.

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Baghali Ghatogh (Beans and Eggs)

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Finally, the lima bean and egg stew, Baghali Ghatogh, is one of the easiest and quickest stews to make with just a few ingredients—a simple, filling, and comforting dish.

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