Kuzu Güveç (Turkish Lamb and Vegetable Stew)

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Season lamb cubes with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
2. 2
   Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe clay pot or Dutch oven. Brown the lamb pieces on all sides, then remove and set aside.
3. 3
   In the same pot, sauté onions until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4
   Return lamb to the pot. Layer potatoes, eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, and bell peppers on top.
5. 5
   Pour beef broth over the vegetables. Cover tightly with lid or foil.
6. 6
   Bake for 60-70 minutes until lamb is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
7. 7
   Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.