Tag: herbs
Delal – Caspian Sea herb salt
Delal, also known as green salt, is a specialty condiment from the Caspian Sea region of Iran, specifically from the Gilan and Mazandaran provinces. Traditionally, locally foraged herbs are harvested, roughly chopped, and placed in a traditional stone bowl along with salt, and pulverized by a repetitive rolling and grinding action using a smooth rock….
Shami – Herb and meat patties
Shami is often referred to as a meat patty, though realistically it is more about herbs and ground walnuts than it is about the meat. Throughout Iran, you will find a multitude of Shami varieties using different types of meat, often with added chickpeas, yellow split peas, or red lentils. This version from the Caspian…
Kuku Gerdu – Walnut and herb frittata
You say frittata: I say Kuku; you say (Spanish) tortilla: I say K . . . and we are saying the same thing – almost! It is actually a stretch to call this dish a frittata or a tortilla, but I don’t know a better comparison. Kuku is an Iranian egg-based dish that combines vegetables,…
Sabzi Polo ba Mahi – Herbed rice pilaf with fish
Sabzi Polo is a beloved herb-filled rice dish in Persian cuisine, celebrated for its generous use of fresh greens and its strong connection to Nowruz. Iranians are famously passionate about herbs, whether fresh or dried. Across the cuisine, you’ll find them everywhere, from yogurt-based dishes to stews, soups, and rice, often not just as a…