persian Recipes
176 delicious persian recipes from around the world
Tah-chin-e Mahi (Persian Saffron Rice and Fish Cake)
A beloved Caspian specialty, Tah-chin-e Mahi is a fragrant and flavorful Persian rice cake featuring a crispy, golden saffron-infused rice crust encasing tender pieces of seasoned fish. It's a delightful combination of textures and aromas.
Tahchin (Persian Saffron Rice Cake)
An elegant and festive Persian rice cake, Tahchin features layers of fragrant saffron-infused rice and tender chicken, baked to a delightful golden crispiness at the bottom. It's a showstopper main course.
Tahchin ba Morgh
Persian saffron rice cake with chicken - crispy bottom rice with chicken inside.
Tahchin-e Morgh (Persian Saffron Rice Cake with Chicken)
A showstopping Persian saffron rice cake featuring a crispy, golden crust of parboiled rice mixed with yogurt and egg yolks, layered with tender, spiced chicken, and barberries. This dish is a true centerpiece for any festive occasion.
Tahdig (Persian Crispy Rice)
Tahdig is the coveted crispy, golden rice crust found at the bottom of a pot of Persian rice. It's a textural delight, offering a satisfying crunch that is often the most sought-after part of the meal.
Torshi Makhloot (Persian Mixed Pickles)
A vibrant and tangy Persian mixed vegetable pickle, Torshi Makhloot is an essential condiment served with almost every meal. This recipe focuses on a classic blend of vegetables and herbs, pickled in vinegar for a complex flavor that improves with age.
Zereshk Polo ba Morgh (Persian Barberry Rice with Saffron Chicken)
A beloved Persian dish featuring fragrant basmati rice layered with saffron and jeweled with tart, slightly sweet barberries, served alongside tender chicken pieces braised in a rich saffron-infused sauce. The crispy rice crust, known as tahdig, is a highly prized element.
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.