This is Ghormeh Sabzi, often celebrated as Iran’s national dish. There are so many beloved Persian dishes like Fesenjoon, Khoresh Bademjan, Zereshk Polo, and endless varieties of kebabs. Still, Ghormeh Sabzi feels truly one of a kind. It’s a comforting stew of tender beef and fresh herbs, with the bright, tangy kick of dried limes…
Category: Khoresh
Khoresh Nokhodchie – Chickpea and lamb meatballs in tomato-mint sauce
I seem to spend a lot of time thinking about Isfahan these days, so I started searching online and paging through cookbooks for inspiration to see what intriguing and tasty dish I could come up with to share. I am pleased to introduce you to Khoresh Nokhodchi! This is a simple Isfahani stew that features…
Khoresh Bademjan – Eggplant stew with chicken
Khoresh Bademjan, eggplant stew with chicken is a well-known, popular, and respected dish that is frequently and proudly served on Persian tables. Eggplant, often referred to as the “potato of Iran,” is used in a variety of stews, kuku (egg-based dishes), and layered rice dishes. The unique and special ingredient in this eggplant stew is…
Khoresh Kalleh Gonjishkie – Petite meatballs in tangy tomato sauce with roasted potatoes
This dish takes me way back to my childhood growing up in Tehran. I remember loving this dish for Its flavor and simplicity clearly appealed to my teenage palate. A simple meatball dish with fried potatoes over steamed rice—how can you go wrong with that? As I prepared this dish, I found myself struggling to…