Nokhod Polo ba Mahiche
Nokhod Polo is probably my favourite variation of Persian rice. It is saffron infused basmati rice with dill and peas – Such a good combo! You can combine it with almost any Persian dish you fancy! If lamb isn’t really…
Tahchin-e Goosht – Saffron Rice Cake with Lamb
Tahchin is such a versatile Persian classic! It’s a savoury rice cake that can be prepared with chicken, meat, veggies or plain as a side dish. It has fragrant saffron rice and juicy meat in the centre, a crispy golden…
Kabab Torsh with Pomegranate, Herb & Walnut
Kabab Torsh is a tasty kabab dish from the north of Iran. The flavour combination of pomegranate, herbs and walnuts make this dish so rich and delicious!
Borani – Persian Spinach Yogurt Dip
Borani is a creamy Persian spinach yogurt dip - A must have appetiser for any party! It's such an easy quick recipe for a delicious dip for bread, crackers or crisps (I'm talking about chips, American friends). I don't just…
Fesenjoon – Persian Walnut Pomegranate Stew
Khoresht-e Fesenjoon is a popular Persian dish - A rich walnut pomegranate stew! How it is prepared varies from region to region, actually every family prepares it a little differently I'm sure!
Shole Zard – Persian Saffron Rice Pudding
Shole Zard is a delicious Persian saffron rice pudding. Its bright yellow colour is so inviting and the flavour combo of saffron, cinnamon, cardamom and rosewater is divine! It's a delicious alternative to milk rice pudding and if you substitute…
Aash-e Reshteh – Persian Noodle Soup
There is nothing that can fill your heart, soul, and tummy on a bleak Winter's day like Aash-e Reshteh. Aash is a genius Persian invention: A rich and thick soup, that's very filling and comforting.
Khoreshte Gardan – Persian Lamb Neck
This is my take on Chelo Khoreshte Gardan. This Persian Lamb Neck Stew is so tender and delicious, yet so incredibly easy to make!
Persian Chicken Kabab – Joojeh Kabab
Nothing beats a plate of aromatic, buttered rice with grilled tomatoes and of course the protagonist of this dish: Joojeh Kabab. It’s a favourite among our friends and my go-to kabab recipe when we gather for a BBQ. The secret…
Persian Pizza
There are quite a few dishes from around the world that we Iranians “persianised” so to speak; and pizza is one of them! Our spin on this Italian dish from Heaven involves lots of different ham, Persian sausages, veggies, and…
