Persian Eggplant Dip – Kashke Bademjan

Persian Eggplant Dip – Kashke Bademjan is my first choice when it comes to cooking an easy Persian dish or side dish for a lot of people. Especially when they are vegetarian, gluten-free or do not like rice-based meals. Kashke Bademjan is a combination of two main ingredients; Kashk, a type of dairy product with […]

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10 Weird Persian Food That Will Blow Your Mind in Iran

A trip to Iran won’t be any fun if you’re not eating any weird Persian food! It’s always exciting to experience different food cultures and taste dishes that sound, look or taste strange. In Persian food culture, we have dishes that may taste weird to others but in fact, they are adored by many Persians. […]

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Iranian Saffron | Secrets You Need to Know

Saffron /ˈsæfrən/, is the rarest and the most precious spice in the world. Also known as the “red gold”, it has given its magical flavor, aroma, and appetizing color to foods, drinks or medicines for centuries. Saffron is one of the ancients and legendary spices that has diverse applications. Iran is the world’s biggest saffron […]

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Persian Side Dishes: A Must For Your Iran Culinary Experience

Side dishes are definitely a must in Persian culinary culture. From a simple plate of fresh herbs or a seven-year-old Sir-Torshi (pickled garlic), there is a perfect variety of Persian side dishes. We Persians always pair our food with at least one side dish. Persian side dishes are vegetarian and refreshing to stimulate the appetite. […]

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Top 10 Persian Street Food You Need to Try in Iran

In Persian cooking, Persian street food is very popular either in-home, as a fast meal or in the streets. Food is an inseparable part of Persian culture. You can easily taste Persian cuisine in the streets instead of restaurants and have many more options to try.  Street food is even more exciting as it’s usually […]

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