Persian Dishes and Specialities
Hani Ghormeh Sabzi Stew
Hani Ghormeh Sabzi Stew is a classic Persian dish made with herbs, beans, and meat. It is especially popular in Iran during the colder months. The stew is typically prepared with beef or lamb and a mix of fresh herbs such as parsley, coriander, and spring onions, along with dried fenugreek, parsley, and dill. Served with steamed rice, it is a comforting and hearty meal loved by many.
Khanum Khanuma Ash Reshte
Khanum Khanuma Ash Reshte is a traditional Persian soup made with beans, noodles, and herbs. It is usually vegetarian and especially popular during the colder months. Common ingredients include chickpeas, kidney beans, noodles, parsley, spinach, and dill, along with turmeric, onion, and garlic. It is often served with fried onions, fried mint, and kashk, a fermented dairy product.
Pars Mirza Ghasemi
Pars Mirza Ghasemi is a popular Iranian food product available in a 450g jar. It is a traditional Persian dish made with smoked and grilled eggplants, tomatoes, garlic, and spices, usually served as a dip or spread. Known for its rich, smoky flavour, it is often enjoyed as breakfast or as a side dish with bread or rice.
Khanum Khanuma Sabzi Ash
Khanum Khanuma Sabzi Ash is a popular Persian soup made with fresh herbs, vegetables, and legumes. It is typically vegetarian and commonly enjoyed in colder months. The soup is prepared with herbs such as parsley, coriander, and spinach, along with leeks, onions, garlic, beans, lentils, and other legumes. It is seasoned with turmeric and cumin and often served with steamed rice and fresh herbs.
Khanum Khanuma Kashke Bademjan
Khanum Khanuma Kashke Bademjan is a popular Persian dish made with eggplants, onions, garlic, and kashk, a fermented dairy product similar to yogurt. It is usually served as an appetiser or side dish with fresh bread. The eggplants are grilled or roasted, then mixed with sautéed onions and garlic, blended with kashk, and seasoned with turmeric and cumin. Fresh herbs such as parsley and mint are often added before serving.
