Guacamole is a favorite around our house. I never need a special occasion to whip up a batch just about anytime of year, so basically finding good looking avocados is reason enough; but tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo so I feel this is the perfect time to share a new, and slightly different Guacamole recipe with…
Red Cabbage Jicama Salad, topped with oven blistered tomatoes is quick and simple to prepare. It is a lovely salad by itself with a crusty bread, but it also makes a delicious and healthy side dish for barbecued or broiled meat recipes. The peppery flavor of red cabbage pairs nicely with the crunchy sweetness of…
This post is a tutorial for making different types of steamed Persian rice and the technique for making the delicious golden Tahdig, that is the best bottom of any pot of rice! Rice is Polo in Farsi and it is the most important component of some Persian dishes, specifically all of the stews (khoresh) and…
Mobraba ye Beh is Persian quince preserves. Quince is a fragrant fruit from the apple and pear family with a firm, pale yellow flesh. The beautiful reddish color that you see in the picture is the result of cooking the quince in sugar and water and then steeping it for 2-3 hours. Quince is “beh”…
Vegetarian Khoresh Bademjan (eggplant stew) is made with baked eggplants and yellow split peas. What makes this khoresh incredibly delicious is the tangy pomegranate concentrate and a citrus blend made with fresh squeezed juices of oranges and lemons. The traditional khoresh bademjan is an eggplant and meat lovers’ stew with chunks of lamb or beef…
My family loves this Spicy Holiday Chex Mix; we have been enjoying it for many holidays over the years. This delicious baked savory snack is made with wholegrain cereals and antioxidant rich nuts. The buttery and spicy sauce that I toss into the ingredients before baking them is far less salty and greasy than the ready…
HOMEMADE MARINARA SAUCE Print Prep time: About 15 minutes Cooking time: About 1 hour Yield: 3-4 cups Author: Homa Recipe type: Sauce Cuisine: Italian Ingredients 1 ½ medium yellow onions, peeled and diced medium (about 2 cups) 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 ½ tsp) 2 TBSP olive oil ¼ tsp crushed red pepper…
You will love this vegetarian Borani Reyhan. This is a delightful and healthy dish that is made with stewed fresh tomatoes, basil and spinach, with a hint of tangy yogurt cooked into the borani. Borani Reyhan (Reyhan Boranisi in Azeri) is an Azeri/Persian dish that traditionally is made with Reyhan (basil). The type of basil…
Kateh is the Persian quick rice that is very popular in Iran. Kateh does not need the preparation that the steamed Persian rice requires. There is no need to par boil the rice before the steaming stage. The amount of water used in the recipe cooks the rice to perfect tenderness, and then it…
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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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…
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…
Kashke Bademjan is one of the most popular Persian appetizers. Bademjan is eggplant in Farsi, and kashk is a yogurt product that traditionally is made through a long process from very firm strained yogurt. The final product is either formed into balls, or pressed through a large holed sieve into strips, and dried. When dried…