Persian Apple Stew (Khoresh Sib O Gheysi)

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegan beef, crumbled
• 1 cup whole peeled tomato, chopped
• 2 tsp Piquant Post Persian Advieh
• 1 tsp salt, + more to taste
• 1/2 cup tomato juice
• 1/2 cup hot water + more as needed
• 2 apples, sliced
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1/2 cup dried apricots
• To serve: cooked white rice, vegan yogurt, chopped mint