Khoresh e Karafs (Sweet and Sour Beef Stew With Celery) — Jewish Food Society

Ingredients

• ¼ cup, plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1½-inch pieces
• Kosher salt, to taste
• 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 4 cups beef stock
• 1 head (2 pounds) celery, trimmed and washed, leaves removed and reserved
• 2 teaspoons ground dried Persian limes*
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, plus more to taste**