Persian Food

Pomegranate molasses is common to Persian cuisine, but given how healthy and flavorful pomegranates are, this ingredient can--and should--be used expansively.

Oct 6, 2009 - Lindsay McSweeney

Rice is a staple of all Persian households. They take their rice very seriously and they only use basmatti. The rice is cooked very carefully and with much expertise.

Sep 7, 2009 - Barbara Trejo

The following is a recipe for a very delicious and virtually hassle-free popular Iranian main dish.

Jan 29, 2009 - Maryam Nayeb-Yazdi

Gheymeh combines simple ingredients like lamb and potatoes with the unique taste of dried limes to serve up an explosion in flavor.

Jun 20, 2008 - Sarah Mojtahedi

Gormeh Sabzi is a Persian sauce which uses meat, vegetables and herbs along with dried limes to create a distinctly delicious and unique flavor combination.

Jun 20, 2008 - Sarah Mojtahedi

Lubia Polow (green beans and rice) and Green Rice (herbs and rice) provide flavorful and exotic meal alternatives for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike.

Jun 15, 2008 - Sarah Mojtahedi

Tachin is a persian baked rice recipe that combines saffron, chicken and yogurt to create an exotic blend of decadence and extraordinary flavor which cannot be missed.

May 23, 2008 - Sarah Mojtahedi

While Shish Kebab is grilled over a fire or BBQ grate, this steamed version is slowly baked in an oven, until it is so tender it cuts easily with a fork.

Mar 28, 2008 - Debbie Kwiatoski

We Used to Only be Able to enjoy this Unusual and Flavorful Soup in the Late Fall, when Pomegranates Appeared in the Stores. Today, it Can be Made Almost any Time of Year

Jul 21, 2007 - Debbie Kwiatoski

Chelow and Khoresh are the most famous dishes from Iran and these recipes use lots of fresh fruits and fragrant herbs.

Jun 1, 2007 - Scott Hayden