What I love most about this stew is that it showcases the simpler side of Persian cuisine. Many of our khoresh (stews) use multiple ingredients and take quite a while to cook, but khoresh aloo esfenaj has a shorter ingredient list and is easy to prepare as a weeknight meal. The most unique ingredient in…
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Khoresh Saak – Lemon herb sauce with carrots and fried eggs
Khoresh Saak is a perfect example of a simple and humble vegetarian dish from the Caspian Sea region. Large amounts of parsley, cilantro, mint, spinach, and green onions are finely chopped and patiently cooked to develop a rich herbal flavor. What makes this dish characteristically northern is the addition of a sour element; here, I…