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SPICY PUMPKIN SEEDS

October 31, 2017 By Homa

The spicy pumpkin seeds are delicious and crunchy and one of the best snacks for these cold fall nights, over warm conversations; ask any Iranian! Yes, roasted seeds and nuts are a favorite among Iranians, and there is an enormous selection of both in Iran. Among some of the most popular ‘ajil’ (mixed nuts and seeds)…

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Filed Under: Gluten free, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Snack, Spicy Pumpkin Seeds, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: advieh, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, no added fat, paprika, spices, spicy, turmeric

SPICY HERB CHEESE LOG

July 24, 2015 By Homa

Today I’m making my Spicy Cheese Log.  I think cheese logs are a very creative way to serve cheese at a party. We all enjoy cheese and crackers but love the interesting combination of flavors and textures of added herbs and nuts in cheese logs. I’m sure you have seen the cheese logs that are…

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Recipe, Snack, Vegetarian Tagged With: cream cheese, fresh herbs, nuts, spices, vegetables

BLACKENED SALMON WITH STICKY HERB RICE

February 28, 2015 By Homa

If you are like me, a seafood fan, you will love this quick and delicious Blackened Salmon with Sticky Herb Rice.  I could eat seafood several times a week without getting tired of it.  I don’t think seafood needs to be dressed with sauces or covered up with a heavy batter; the simpler the better!…

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Filed Under: Blackened Salmon, Main Dishes, Persian rice, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Sabzi Polo ba Mahi, Seafood Tagged With: Nowruz, Persian New Year dinner, Rice Dishes, Salmon, spices, sticky herb rice

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