Lagman with Potatoes

1. 1 Lambpack 600 g ≈ $11.00Not in every store: Walmart, Kroger, Costco, Target, Trader Joe's, Safeway, Whole Foods 170 g
2. 2 Carrots≈ $1.50 per kg 50 g
3. 3 Potatoes≈ $2.15 per kg 125 g
4. 4 Onions≈ $1.60 per kg 55 g
5. 5 Pastapack 450 g ≈ $1.36 25 g
6. 6 Tomato pastepack 140 g ≈ $1.00 40 g
7. 7 Bay leaves 1 g
8. 8 Bell peppers≈ $6.00 per kg 65 g
9. 9 Garlic≈ $10.00 per kg 5 g
10. 10 Sunflower oil 8 ml
11. 11 Salt 2 g
12. 12 Ground black pepper 1 g
13. 13 Tomatoes≈ $4.67 per kg 50 g

Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.

Method

1. Cut the meat into 1-inch cubes; prep the remaining vegetables

2. Heat oil in a heavy pot, sear the meat until deeply browned

3. Add onion⁴, diced carrot², and cubed potatoes³; fry until golden

4. Season with ground cumin, salt, and a pinch of fennel seeds

5. Stir in sliced bell⁸ pepper and 2 tbsp tomato⁶ paste⁵

6. Pour in 3 cups water, add a bay leaf, and bring to a boil

7. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally