Tawa (Armenian lamb and vegetable stew)

Instructions

1. Brown the lamb pieces in olive oil over high heat, in small batches, until well coloured. Set aside.
2. In the same casserole, fry the sliced onions for 5 minutes, then add the crushed garlic and the pepper cut into strips.
3. Return the meat, add the tomato paste and the peeled, chopped tomatoes. Stir for 2 minutes.
4. Season with the salt, pepper, sweet paprika and garmir biber, then cover with hot water.
5. Simmer covered over low heat for about 45 minutes.
6. Add the sliced courgettes and cook for another 20 minutes, until the meat is tender and the vegetables melt.
7. Adjust the seasoning, sprinkle with parsley if you like and serve hot with lavash bread.