What Ghormeh sabzi is
Herb stew with lamb, kidney beans and dried lime.
Ghormeh sabzi is listed as a dish in the Iran guide, where the index tags it rice-based. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.
Where to find Ghormeh sabzi
Ghormeh sabzi is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Iran. Start with busy markets and casual counters, where turnover keeps the food fresh.
The Iran guide also covers 5 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Ghormeh sabzi sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 7 food entries we track for Iran, 4 are budget, 2 are mid-range and 1 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 4 | Ash reshteh, Kashk-e bademjan, Sangak |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 2 | Chelo kabab, Ghormeh sabzi |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 1 | Fesenjan |
Within this list, Ghormeh sabzi is one of 5 dish entries and 2 mid-range items; 3 items share the rice-based tag.
Dietary notes
- No dietary flags in our data: the index does not mark this item vegetarian, halal, pork, seafood or alcohol, so ask the kitchen about ingredients.
How to order it
- Rice is the base of the plate. Ask whether it is included or charged separately, and whether refills are free.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Iran items that make most sense alongside Ghormeh sabzi, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Iran items share the most tags with Ghormeh sabzi, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
Ghormeh sabzi: common questions
What is Ghormeh sabzi?
Herb stew with lamb, kidney beans and dried lime. It is listed in the TasteBridge Iran guide as a dish.
How much does Ghormeh sabzi cost in Iran?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Ghormeh sabzi vegetarian?
Ghormeh sabzi is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Ghormeh sabzi?
Our index lists it across Iran, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Iran. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.