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Persian

This collection of Persian recipes offers a taste of one of the world’s oldest and most diverse cuisines. Also known as Iranian cuisine, Persian recipes have been shaped by the country’s rich history and geography. It’s characterized by its use of aromatic spices, fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables. From traditional dishes like ​​Tahdig crispy saffron rice and refreshing Shirazi Salad to twists like Persian-Style Barbecue Chicken Thighs, this collection of Persian recipes showcases the vibrant and complex flavors of this ancient cuisine.

A close up of loobia polo.

Loobia Polo (Persian Beef and Green Bean Rice)

A bowl of beet soup topped with fried onions and a piece of pita bread next to more pita bread.

Persian Lentil and Beet Soup (Ash-e Shooli)

A goblet with persian ice cream being drizzled with honey from a honey dipper.

Persian Ice Cream with Saffron, Pistachios, and Rose (Bastani Sonnati) 

A pita wedge being dipped into a bowl of Maast O'Khiar garnished with dried mint and a drizzle of olive oil.

Mast O’Khiar (Persian Yogurt-Cucumber Dip)

Marinated Olives and Walnuts (Zeytoon Parvardeh) in a bowl with a spoon.

Marinated Olives and Walnuts (Zeytoon Parvardeh)

Persian braised lamb on a platter.

Persian Braised Lamb Shanks (Mahiche)

The baghali polo on a platter with a spoon.

Baghali Polo (Persian Dill and Fava Bean Rice) 

A close up of apricot chicken and apricot sauce garnished with chopped mint and parsley in a skillet.

Apricot Chicken, Persian-Style

An overhead photo of borani kadoo on a serving plate. Next to this is a plate of pita pieces and a small bowl of chopped herbs.

Borani Kadoo (Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes with Garlicky Yogurt)

An overhead photo of the faloodeh in a bowl topped with the cherry syrup, chopped pistachios and lime wedges. Next to this is a spoon, 2 lime wedges, and another bowl of the faloodeh.

Faloodeh (Persian Rose and Lime Granita with Vermicelli)

A bowl of cucumber soup garnished with sumac, parsley and cucumber slices on a plate with a spoon. Next to this is a kitchen towel and bowls of sumac and walnuts.

Cold Cucumber Soup

Adas Polo on a serving plate with a serving spoon.

Adas Polo (Persian Rice and Lentils with Caramelized Onions, Dates, and Raisins)

A close up of ghormeh sabzi in a bowl with rice and a spoon.

Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Beef Stew with Herbs and Dried Lime)

an overhead photo of 4 cooked persian baked fishes garnished with pomegranate seeds and parsley on a sheet pan.

Mahi Shekam Por (Persian Stuffed Fish)

soupe jo in a bowl garnished with half and half and chopped parsley, surrounded by small bowls of olive oil, chopped parsley and half and half, and slices of crusty bread.

Soupe Jo (Persian Chicken Barley Soup)

close up of dopiazeh aloo perisan potato curry in a serving bowl with a spoon next to a blue cloth napkin and a small bowl with chopped cilantro.

Dopiazeh Aloo (Persian Potato Curry)

a close up of 6 joojeh kabobs on a serving platter next to a small bowl of parsley.

Joojeh Kabob (Persian Saffron and Yogurt Chicken Kabobs)

Overhead shot of Persian love cake on a platter with two slices cut out and rose petals and pistachios on the side.

Persian Love Cake

Closeup of Persian Rice with Potato Tahdig being scooped.

Persian Rice with Potato Tahdig

two pieces of barbari bread surrounded by bowls of toppings such as feta cheese, honey, and jam.

Barbari Bread (Persian Flatbread)

Fesenjan (persian pomegranate and walnut chicken stew) in a serving bowl next to a bowl of rice and a bowl of pomegranate seeds.

Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Chicken Stew)

Greek yogurt dip with spinach and walnuts

Spinach Greek Yogurt Dip Recipe with Walnuts

Diced sweet potatoes and onions roasted in cast iron pan

Easy Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Persian rice tahdig, garnished with dried cherries and pistachios

Tahdig Recipe (Crispy Persian Rice)

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