Gheimeh Kadoo Halvaieh

Gheimeh Kadoo Halvaieh is a delicious Persian dish that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the savory flavors of meat and spices. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.

To make Gheimeh Kadoo Halvaieh, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup halva (optional)

To start, heat some oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Add the turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
Add the pumpkin and tomato paste and stir to coat. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
Add the sugar and lemon juice and stir to combine. Cook for another 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Serve the Gheimeh Kadoo Halvaieh hot, garnished with halva if desired. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with friends or family.
In two words, this dish can be described as 'Savory-Sweet'. The three main ingredients are pumpkin, ground meat, and spices.