Khoresh alou esfenaj is a traditional spinach and dried plum stew. It's prepared with esfenaj (spinach), alou (prunes, especially the dried yellow variety known as alou bokhara), cubes of lamb or veal, onions, turmeric, lemon juice, saffron, cinnamon, and olive oil.

The stew is usually served in a deep serving bowl and it should be piping hot. It's recommended to serve it with fluffy rice or a flatbread on the side.