gilan Recipes
3 delicious gilan recipes from around the world
Baghali Ghatogh (Persian Fava Beans with Dill and Eggs)
A classic and comforting dish from the Gilan province of Northern Iran, Baghali Ghatogh features tender fava beans simmered with fragrant dill, garlic, and turmeric, finished with perfectly poached eggs. It's a simple yet incredibly flavorful vegetarian stew, often served with rice or bread.
Mirza Ghasemi
A beloved Northern Persian specialty from the Gilan province, this dish features smoky grilled eggplant mashed with sautéed tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and enriched with eggs. It's a simple yet incredibly flavorful vegetarian dish, perfect served with fresh bread.
Zeytoon Parvardeh (Marinated Olives with Pomegranate and Walnuts)
A vibrant and flavorful Northern Iranian appetizer featuring briny green olives marinated with crunchy walnuts, tangy pomegranate molasses, aromatic garlic, and the unique spice of golpar. This dish is best prepared ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.