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Yogurt and Spinach Dip (Borani) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page One of the most delicious, easy to make and nutritious Persian side dish is the mixture of yogurt and spinach. It's called Borani-e Esfenaj. Preparation time is about 10 minutes and it makes about 4 servings. Yogurt and Spinach Dip Ingredients: Serves 4 2 cups plain yogurt 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and chopped or use a 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed 1 clove of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons walnuts, crushed Salt and pepper to taste ..

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Kidney Beans Dish (Khorak-e Loobia) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page This is a very delicious and comforting food all year round. My mother used to make this dish frequently and it's one of my favorite side dishes too. I like to add a generous amount of lemon juice after beans have been fully cooked. Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 cups kidney beans 2 large onions, finely chopped 5 cloves of garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce 4 cups of water Juice of 2 lemons Salt and pepper to taste &..

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Shirazi Salad Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Shirazi salad is a very popular side dish to many rice and meat dishes in Iran. This is a delicious and refreshing salad for anytime of the year. Ingredients: Serves 4 3 medium sized cucumbers, preferably seedless 3 small firm tomatoes 1 small onion 3 tablespoons olive oil 2-3 tablespoons lemon or lime juice 1 teaspoon dried mint *optional Salt and pepper to taste Method: Cut tomatoes, cucumbers and onion into small pieces and..

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Rice with Green Beans (Loobia Polow) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: Serves 4-6 1 lb basmati long grain rice 1 lb lamb or beef, ground or cut the meat into 1/4 inch cubes 1 lb string beans 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 (16-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Juice of a lime/lemon Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil Water Method: Wash rice thoroughly, rinse with cold water and drain. Soak rice in 4 cups of water, add 2 ta..

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Kookoo Sib Zamini - Persian Potato Patties Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 pounds baking potatoes 5 eggs 1 onion, grated, discard the juice 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 cup vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Method: Place potatoes in a pot; add water, boil until cooked on medium-high heat, it takes about 45 minutes. Set aside to cool. Remove skin, mash or put through grinder. In a mixing bowl beat eggs, add grated onion, grated potatoes, turmeric, salt and pepper to taste. Com..

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Kotlet (Persian Meat Patties) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: Serves 4-6 1 pound ground meat (lamb, beef) 1 large onion, grated 1 large potato, cooked. peeled and grated 1 clove of garlic, crushed 2 large eggs 1 bunch of parsley, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon powdered saffron, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of hot water 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs to coat meat patties *optional Oil for frying Salt and pepper to taste Method: In a large mixing bowl place meat,..

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Adasi - Persian Lentil Soup Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 cups lentils 1 large carrot, peeled and diced 2 large celery stalks, diced 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon oregano (optional) 3 tablespoons olive oil Juice of a lemon Salt and pepper to taste Water Method: In a pan saute onion and garlic in oil over medium heat, add turmeric and stir well. Add lentils, celery, carrots, 5-6 cups of water, or..

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Persian Saffron Rice (Polow)

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Rice (berenj) is a staple of Persian cooking. There are different kinds of rice and many different ways of preparing a rice dish. The best kind of rice is the black-tail rice (dom-siah) which is very similar to the Indian aromatic basmati rice. The best method for cooking rice is first parboiling and then steaming the rice until it is tender and fluffy. Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 cups long grain (basmati) rice 1/2 teaspoon powdered Saffron dissolved in 2 tablespoons of ho..

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Yogurt and Cucumber Dip (Mast-o-Khiar) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page This is a simple, healthy and delicious side dish. Mast-o-khiar is one of the most traditional and popular dishes and is served with most Iranian meals. Ingredients: Serves 4 2 cups plain yogurt 1 large seedless cucumber, finely chopped 1 tablespoon dried mint 1 teaspoon dried rose petals *optional Salt and pepper to taste Method: In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients, mix thoroughly and adjust the seasoning. Pl..

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Zereshk Polow - Rice with Barberries Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: Serves 4-6 2 cups rice 1/2 cup barberries (zereshk) 1teaspoon crushed saffron, dissolved in 3-4 tablespoons of hot water 1- 2 tablespoons sugar Butter or vegetable oil Salt Water Method: Pick over dried barberries (zereshk), wash and rinse a few times, soak in cool water for half an hour. Drain. Place 2 tablespoon of butter in a small saucepan, add zereshk to the pan, heat it up on a medium-low heat for five..

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Herb Omelette (Kookoo Sabzi) Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Persian-style egg dish that is similar to an Italian frittata or an open-faced omelet. Iranians make many, many different types with a variety of flavorings. The kookoo sabzi, flavored with a variety of herbs and tinted a deep green, is probably the most popular. Ingredients: 2 cups KooKoo dried herbs or Ready to cook Herb Patty Mix 4 eggs 1 spoon barberry (optional) 1 spoon crushed walnuts (optional) 1 spoon flour Salt and pepper Cooking oil Method: Beat th..

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Stuffed Capsicums - Dolma - Dolmeh Recipe

* Products related to this recipe are listed at the bottom of this page Ingredients: 8 - 10 medium Capsicums (variety of colours) 2 medium onions 250 grams ground lamb or beef 6 teaspoons of tomato paste 100 grams of rice ¼ cup yellow split peas 1 cup Dolmeh dried herbs 1 ½ cup water Salt and Pepper Cooking oil Method: Soak split peas overnight. Soak the rice in warm water for only 30 minutes before use. Cut the top off the capsicums in a circle to make a lid. Scrape out the seeds and pith very carefully. Av..

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