Mirza Ghasemi is a dish from Gilan Province in the Caspian Sea area of Iran. Gilan is in the North of Iran close to the stunning Jangal (forest) Mazandaran with moss growth covering the tree trunks and huge ferns covering the forest floor. The Caspian Sea is calm, beautiful and best of all the shoreline…
DOLMEH BARG دلمه برگ | STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES
When I was very young I used to go to my grandparents’ house that was in a very old neighborhood in Tabriz. The house consisted of many rooms that were built all around a courtyard. I still remember the sweet scent of the grapevines hanging from several grape arbors that were placed over small gardens…
GREEK YOGURT DIP
How wonderful would it be if the dip that you drench your healthy vegetables with is very healthy as well? This Greek Yogurt Dip is that dream dip, a very healthy appetizer that will be a crowed pleaser at any party table! This dip is made with non-fat Greek yogurt mixed with other fresh and…
ABDOOGH KHIAR ابدوغ خیار
I believe this is the right time to share my Abdoogh Khiar (Persian cold cucumber and yogurt soup) recipe with you. If you have visited my “How To” page, you’ve probably seen my post called All About Herbs! As I have mentioned in that post, I grow some herbs in my backyard and love it. This…
KUKU BADEMJAN کوکو بادمجان
Kuku is Persian version of Italian frittata with less eggs and more vegetables. Unlike frittata that is more like an open-faced omelet, kuku is usually thicker and the ingredients need to cook over low heat for best texture. For this reason kuku is cooked on both sides by inverting it onto a platter when one…
BAGHALI GHATOGH باقالی قاتق | FAVA BEANS WITH DILL
Today I’m sharing a vegetarian dish called Baghali Ghatogh which is a specialty from one of my favorite places in the world, Gilan Province in North of Iran. The northern part of Iran is called ‘Shomal’ (North) by many Iranians. Gilan is near the beautiful lush green Jangal (forest) Mazandaran, the calm and warm Caspian Sea…
BLACK BEAN CORN SALSA
Today I’m sharing my recipe for Black Bean and Corn Salsa that can be prepared in only minutes and though chilling makes all the flavors infuse better, it is not an absolute necessity if you’re in a hurry, it is still going to taste amazing. I love how colorful and festive Mexican food is and…
STACKED ENCHILADAS
Cinco de Mayo (5th of May) will be celebrated on Tuesday, but that does not mean you have to put off the celebrations until the middle of the week. Starting this weekend get yourself a big bowl of Zesty Guacamole, a bigger bowl of chips and some hearty Black Bean and Corn Salsa. Invite few…
SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH CARAMELIZED TOMATOES
If you like spaghetti squash, you’re going to love Spaghetti Squash with Caramelized Tomatoes. This is a light and delightful dish with only a few ingredients and so much flavor. Prepare it for a perfect vegetarian meal, or as a gorgeous side dish for grilled meat or fish and get ready to hear praises for…
MORABA YE SEEB مربای سیب | APPLE PRESERVES
Morabay Seeb means Apple Preserves. Moraba is preserves and Seeb is apple. Morabay Seeb is a delicious and beautiful preserve made with golden delicious apples. I like the fragrance of this variety but any firm cooking apple will work well for this recipe. Unlike other heavier preserves, the apples in this moraba are quickly poached in…