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Turkey with Cranberry Polo

By Homa | November 19, 2017 | 14 Comments

In a perfect world the people from different cultures would come together in harmony, to enrich and spice up the quality of life on this planet of ours. Turkey and Cranberry Polo, ‘rice’ is my way of bringing together two cultural dishes, with origins thousands of miles apart. This is a delightful dish with exquisite flavors…

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ZERESHK POLO BA MORGH

By Homa | November 22, 2016 | 40 Comments

Zereshk Polo ba Morgh is a Persian classic made with Zereshk (barberries), Morgh (chicken), and Polo, which is the steamed and fluffy Persian rice. This is one of the mixed rice dishes that you will find at small casual get togethers, as well as larger Persian dinner parties, weddings and most festive celebrations and holidays….

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KHORESH GHEYMEH خورش قیمه

By Homa | June 16, 2015 | 87 Comments

Khoresh Gheymeh (gheimeh), also called Gheymeh Polo (polo means rice) is a Beef and Split Pea Stew which is a very traditional and popular Iranian stew with saffron potatoes that is served over either white rice or Aromatic Rice. The Aromatic Rice is a version of steamed white rice where Persian Rice Spice blend is sprinkled on…

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KHORESH BADEMJAN خورش بادمجان

By Homa | April 20, 2015 | 44 Comments

Khoresh Bademjan, also called khoresht e bademjan, or bademjoon (Persian Eggplant Stew with Beef) is a classic Persian recipe loved by all the eggplant fans like my husband, who would gladly have it for dinner once a week without complaining about the repetition! Few days ago I had a request from another eggplant fan, a dear…

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GHORMEH SABZI – PERSIAN HERB STEW

By Homa | March 10, 2015 | 46 Comments

If you ask any Iranian to name some of their favorite foods, Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi would be on the top of that list. I could honestly say not too many khoreshs (Persian stew served with rice) can match the unanimous popularity of Ghormeh Sabzi. The name Ghormeh Sabzi translates to fried herb stew, but the herbs…

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KHORESH HAVIJ BA ALOO خورش هویج با آلو

By Homa | February 17, 2015 | 28 Comments

Carrots are known and loved for their health benefits, their brilliant color and sweet taste, their year-round low price, and for their versatility in different recipes from sweet to savory dishes. Carrots add flavor and color to any recipe when shredded in salads like Salad e Kalam, diced in soups (Soup e Jo, and Soup e…

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LOOBIA POLO BA HAVIJ لوبیا پلو با هویج

By Homa | December 4, 2014 | 9 Comments

Loobia Polo (lubia polo) Ba Havij is a delicious mixed Persian rice.   Green bean is loobia in Farsi and Carrot is havij. This is an all time favorite rice dish of mine. The stew is very flavorful with tender pieces of beef, fresh green beans, shredded carrots and aromatic spices cooked in a very…

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KHORESH FESENJAN خورش فسنجون|FESENJOON

By Homa | November 20, 2014 | 231 Comments

Fall is the pomegranate season, and I feel it is the perfect time to share my Fesenjan, or Fesenjoon recipe (chicken stew with walnut and pomegranate sauce). Beautiful red ripe pomegranates are available in most supermarkets. This jeweled fruit is the wonder of nature and makes you think about the intricate design that nestles precious gems that…

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Fall is the pomegranate season, and I feel it is the perfect time to share my Fesenjan, or Fesenjoon recipe (chicken stew with walnut and pomegranate sauce). Beautiful red ripe pomegranates are available in most supermarkets. This jeweled fruit is the wonder of nature and makes you think about the intricate design that nestles precious gems that…

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Kabob Koobideh (کباب کوبیده) is made with ground lamb or beef or a combination of the two.  This is one of the most popular kabobs you can find on the streets of Iran. This Kabob is usually grilled over hot coals and is served in fancy restaurants and clubs, as well as in the little shacks…

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 Barbari, Noon Barbari, or Nan Barbari, is a popular traditional Persian flat bread with a crisp crust and light airy texture. Noon, or nan, means bread in Farsi. This bread is best when eaten hot right out of the oven and it is the most favored bread for breakfast (sobhaneh). Some of the special delicacies enjoyed with…

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