A classic Persian dish consisting of saffron-flavored rice (chelo) served with grilled meat, usually lamb or beef kebabs. It's often accompanied by grilled tomatoes and butter.
A traditional stew made with ground walnuts and pomegranate molasses, typically cooked with duck or chicken. It has a unique sweet and sour flavor, making it a popular festive dish.
A beloved part of Iranian cuisine, tahdig is the crispy layer of rice at the bottom of the pot, often flavored with saffron or mixed with thin potato slices. It's served as a crunchy treat alongside the main rice dish.
A flavorful herb stew made with fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, fenugreek), kidney beans, and lamb or beef. Dried limes add a distinct tangy flavor to this beloved Iranian dish.
Traditional Persian ice cream made with saffron, rosewater, and pistachios. It's known for its unique flavor and stretchy texture, thanks to the addition of salep (a flour made from orchid tubers).
A dish featuring rice cooked with barberries (zereshk), saffron, and sometimes slivers of almonds or pistachios. It is often served with chicken and has a tart and slightly sweet flavor.
Stuffed grape leaves filled with a mixture of rice, herbs, and sometimes meat. Though popular across the Middle East, Iranian dolmeh often includes a mix of ingredients that give it a distinct Persian twist.