Gheymeh (قیمه)

Gheymeh is one of Iran's most beloved comfort foods—a fragrant stew of lamb shoulder and yellow split peas cooked slowly with tomatoes, aromatic spices, and the distinctive tang of dried lime (loomi). The meat becomes fall-apart tender while the peas dissolve into the sauce, creating a rich, velvety texture. Traditionally served over steamed basmati rice and crowned with shoestring potatoes fried until golden, it's a dish that appears on Persian family tables for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.