Mast o Khiar – Yoghurt with Cucumber, Raisins and Walnuts
May 24, 2020Mast o Khiar is a delicious, creamy yoghurt, that you can enjoy on its own, with crackers or as a side dish with a full meal. There are so many versions of Mast o Khiar. It simply translates to ‘yoghurt and cucumber’ and so the basic version is made of yoghurt, cucumbers and garlic, seasoned with salt. This time I made a more extensive version of Masto Khiar, that also includes crushed walnuts and raisins. My German wife doesn’t like the combination of something sweet like raisins and garlic, so I don’t include it in this version. For many Iranians…
Salad Shirazi – Shirazi Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad
Salad Shirazi, as the same suggests, comes from Shiraz and it’s the most popular salad in Iran. It consists of finely chopped cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions, dressed with verjuice (or lemon juice as as alternative) and seasoned with dried…
Dolmeh Felfel – Persian Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed Peppers are popular in many countries around the world and each has its own version of them. Today I’d love to show you the Persian version of this juicy, delicious dish: Dolmeh-ye Felfel. I spiced the recipe up with…
Khoresh-e Karafs – Lamb Celery Stew
Khoresh-e Karafs is a hearty lamb and herb stew with celery. Fresh lemon juice allows you to add sourness to your liking. It’s one of those dishes, that I didn’t like as a kid and I cannot tell you how…
Khoresh-e Bamieh – Persian Lamb Okra Stew
Khoresh-e Bamieh is a tasty lamb okra stew from the south of Iran. If you’re familiar with Persian food, you know, that we love a hint of sourness in our stews. In this dish the sourness comes from tamarind paste.…
Adas Polo – Persian Lentil, Raisin and Date Rice
Adas Polo is a delicious Persian rice dish, that’s adorned with lentils, raisins and dates. The lentils provide a source of protein, while the raisins and dates give the dish its natural sweetness. It makes a wholesome vegetarian meal, however…
Khorak – Persian Lamb Stew with Green Beans and Chips
Khorak is a popular Persian lamb stew with green beans and carrots. It is topped off with homemade fries, or chips as we call them here in the UK. We serve it with flat bread, that we break in bite-sized…
Borani Laboo – Beetroot Yoghurt Dip
Borani Laboo doesn’t only feed the eyes with its vibrant colour, it also tickles the tastebuds with the subtle sweetness of beetroot and the reviving freshness of mint. Serve it as a side or enjoy it with crackers, bread or…
Havij Polo ba Morgh – Jewelled Carrot Rice with Poussin
Havij Polo is another colourful Persian jewelled rice dish, similar to Morasa Polo, only that the caramelised orange peel is accompanied by finely chopped, sweet carrots. This dish goes perfectly with chicken. This time I made it with poussin but…
Carrot Jam – Morabaye Havij
Carrot jam is one of my favourite jams! Maybe that’s because my Maman used to make it a lot. If you haven’t tried it, I dare you to give it a go! Ingredients (for about 1.2kg) 800g / 1.75 lbs…
Kookoo Sabzi – Persian Herb Frittata
Kookoo Sabzi is a Persian Herb Frittata, that’s so quick and easy to make! It’s a popular sandwich ingredient, as well as a tasty side dish. Kookoo Sabzi and Sabzi Polo ba Maahi are a match made in heaven! You…
