Persian Food from the Non-Persian Bride
Persian Jewish food seems like the latest cuisine to tackle for adventurous cooks: exotic, a bit challenging and trendy. But what is it about Persian food that has inspired home cooks to take on the...
View ArticleWhat Would Queen Esther Eat Today?
Esther, the star of the Purim story, is one of the bravest heroines for so many reasons–she not only strategized to save the Persian Jews from certain death (breaking social norms in doing so), but she...
View ArticleKoofteh (Persian Meatballs) in Tomato Turmeric Broth Recipe
Koofteh are Persian meatballs with many different variations, including lima beans or meatballs mixed with only rice, or in this case, a gorgeous mixture of rice, split peas and the most exciting part...
View ArticleThis Fragrant Persian Stew Tastes Like Home
Persian cuisine is known for its mountains of basmati rice, an affinity for puckeringly sour flavors and its use of fresh herbs not just as a seasoning, but as a main ingredient. Ghormeh sabzi brings...
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