Tag: walnuts
Zeitoon Parvardeh – Olive Tapenade with pomegranate
Zeitoon Parvardeh tapenade is a flavor-packed gem, bringing together sweet, sour, salty, rich, and umami notes in every bite. This marinated olive spread comes from the lush Caspian Sea region of Iran, where it’s served at family tables and restaurants alike. It’s bold, tangy, and deeply aromatic. Traditionally, Zeitoon Parvardeh tapenade is prepared with a…
Khoresh Morgh-e Torsh – Chicken in walnut and herbs sauce
This weekend with my mother, we spent a good few hours in the kitchen talking about the dishes we used to eat that were specific to the Caspian Sea region, and Khoresh Morgh-e Torsh was the first dish we prepared. Our bodies and minds have a tremendous capacity to store nostalgic memories from childhood; after…