PERSIAN RICE SPICE | ADVIEH BERENJ
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
Persian Rice Spice translates to, ‘advieh berenj.’ This advieh is a blend of five warm spices: cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, nutmeg, and dried rose petals. This spice blend adds a unique depth of flavor to the steamed white rice to create the Aromatic Rice that I serve with my Khoresh gheymeh, Loobia Polo ba havij, Kalam Polo, Adas Polo, and Zereshk Polo. This spice is not exclusively used for rice, I use it in several other recipes. Some dishes that you might want to try are: Kuku Bademjan, KuKu Sabzi, and of course my Tahchin.  You will be able to find most of these spices ..read more
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SHIRINI MORABAII شیرینی مربایی
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
This is Pistachio and Apricot jam cookie, or as we call in Iran, “Shirini Morabaii,” which translates to jam cookies! These are butter cookies that are lightly scented with rosewater and vanilla; filled with sweet tart apricot jam and sprinkled with chopped pistachios. This shirini is as delicate as it looks; you will want to devour it in one bite, or show self control and take two bites. It melts in the mouth with a mild sweetness that is delightfully complemented with the sweet tart apricot jam in the center. Shirini refers to any kind of pastry or sweets in Farsi! It could be Shirini Napo ..read more
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QUICK CRUSTY BREAD
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
This Quick Crusty Bread is everything that you would want in a homemade bread! The golden brown crust is delicious and crispy, and the crumbs are light and airy. Best of all, there is no kneading, and no need for a mixer! Four simple ingredients are briefly combined and left alone over the counter top to mingle for several hours, or overnight, to create a beautiful dough that does not need too much handling! I have previously posted another bread recipe for a very popular Persian flat bread, called Barbari, which is also made with very similar ingredients. Both these breads, though made with ..read more
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GERMAN PANCAKE
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
German Pancake, also known as ‘Dutch Baby,’ is a puffed up pancake that is crispy on the outside, soft and dreamy inside; a real treat for breakfast, brunch, or even a late afternoon teatime dessert, or as us Iranians call it, “asrooneh.” My memory of this pancake goes back to many years ago when I first moved to the States. There was a little coffee shop off campus, which served a large selection of pancakes, anytime of the day or night! Their German pancake was my favorite. Unlike the other pancakes which were served with warm maple syrup, or other fruit syrups, this one was served with a s ..read more
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STRAWBERRY CRANBERRY HOLIDAY JAM
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
Strawberry Cranberry Holiday Jam is made with two of my favorite berries that are available fresh at this time of year. This jam is delightfully simple to make, and it’s also one of the best of its kind that I’ve tasted! You might also like to know that there is no need to add packaged pectin powder here! I prefer to preserve fruit in its natural form when possible! Both of these berries happen to be very rich in natural pectin, which thickens as it cooks and creates this beautiful and tasty spread.  Previously I have posted two other jam recipes that you could make at this tim ..read more
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Turkey with Cranberry Polo
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
In a perfect world the people from different cultures would come together in harmony, to enrich and spice up the quality of life on this planet of ours. Turkey and Cranberry Polo, ‘rice’ is my way of bringing together two cultural dishes, with origins thousands of miles apart. This is a delightful dish with exquisite flavors that will be a festive treat for the upcoming holidays and years to come! I have developed a recipe that is a festive and gorgeous holiday dish with a Persian flair; no whole turkey required! This turkey and cranberry rice is pleasing to the eye as well as a feast f ..read more
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SPICY PUMPKIN SEEDS
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
The spicy pumpkin seeds are delicious and crunchy and one of the best snacks for these cold fall nights, over warm conversations; ask any Iranian! Yes, roasted seeds and nuts are a favorite among Iranians, and there is an enormous selection of both in Iran. Among some of the most popular ‘ajil’ (mixed nuts and seeds) exports, Iran’s pistachios are one of the best in the world and are famous for their size and taste. There are several substantial nut shops in every city of Iran; one of the most trusted and popular ones is called Tavazo, with headquarters in Tabriz and many branches in dif ..read more
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TURMERIC GOLDEN MILK شیر زردچوبه
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
Turmeric milk, also known as the “golden milk,” is like a warming ray of sunshine that is soothing and relaxing anytime of the day or night; the perfect ‘me time’ drink! I make mine with 1% milk, but also love it with coconut or almond milk. Ground turmeric, chopped fresh ginger root, cinnamon bark, and black peppercorns are heated in a bit of coconut oil, then the milk is added. Once the milk is nice and hot, it may be sweetened with a teaspoon of honey, but this gorgeous, golden drink is so tasty and smooth that it does not need anything else. Turmeric is a warm spice with gold-yellow colo ..read more
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OLIVE OIL DIP WITH FRESH HERBS
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
Olive Oil Dip with Fresh Herbs is easy to make and it’s one of the best starters for many meals, but it certainly is a must before indulging in an Italian meal! Whenever we go to our favorite Italian restaurant, I can’t wait to dip chunks of their warm crusty Italian bread in a bowl of olive oil and herb dip. I have a bit of issue with the amount of herbs that they add to the bowl though! It has become more scant over the years, and that is just too little of a good thing! When I make this dip at home, I add generous amounts of chopped fresh herbs and spices with just the right balance of hea ..read more
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GUACAMOLE گواکامولی
Persian Mama | Persian Food Blog
by Homa
3y ago
Guacamole is a favorite around our house. I never need a special occasion to whip up a batch just about anytime of year, so basically finding good looking avocados is reason enough; but tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo so I feel this is the perfect time to share a new, and slightly different Guacamole recipe with you. If you’re a Mexican food addict like I am, you will also love these easy Stacked Enchiladas that pair very nicely with Black Bean Salsa for this festive holiday. I have posted another guacamole recipe previously here with more or less, the same ingredients, but thi ..read more
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