Ghormeh Sabzi - Persian Herb Stew

Ghormeh Sabzi is among the most essential Persian recipes. It is often considered to be the national dish of Iran and its rich, aromatic flavor is celebrated in Persian communities around the world. Consisting of flavorful herbs and lamb, ghormeh sabzi is a cornerstone of Persian cuisine. 

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Recipe & Photo: Unicorns In The Kitchen

Persian rice is a staple in any Iranian household and growing up ours was no different. There’s no other recipe that comes close to the fluffy, fragrant, and completely separated texture of Persian rice—made with my favorite Basmati rice. Especially, nothing that compares to the “tahdig” or crispy treat at the bottom of the pot. Persians make their rice in a unique way by allowing whatever they put at the bottom of the pot (for example; rice, potatoes, or bread) to crisp up and get golden while the rest of the rice steams perfectly through. The secret to achieving this perfect combination is no easy feat, trust me I’ve tried and failed many, many times. But when you do finally make the perfect Persian rice it is totally worth all that effort!

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Recipe & Photo: Serious Spice

Lubia Polo – Rice with Green Beans and Beef

Ask an Iranian what their favorite rice dish is, and they’ll likely say it’s Lubia Polo. They’ll then proceed to tell you how they make their version and why it’s the best! Though quite simple in composition, this dish has such richness because of the way the ingredients are cooked and the integration of lots of umami flavors such as tomato paste, turmeric, and cinnamon!

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Recipe & Photo: The Caspian Chef