Sweet and Sour Vegetable Stew

The Parsi stew is often referred to as Lagan nu stu (wedding stew) and sometimes even called Parsi Istu. It is listed in an old cookbook as sweet and sour vegetable stew. Served at Weddings and Navjotes, it is an integral part of the vegetable section of any Parsi feast. The addition of dried fruits (specifically dried apricots) and, at times, nuts like the cashew, gives it the sweet and regal finish worthy of serving at a wedding. Authentic recipes must finish it off w