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…
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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…