65+ Best Persian Recipes To Try (2024)

How To Bloom Saffron

Learn how to bloom saffron in 20 minutes. This no fail technique lets you get the most out of saffron and use it in numerous recipes.

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Saffron Syrup

Saffron syrup is easy and ready in 20 minutes. The bright flavor of saffron would elevate any dessert or drink. Follow along to learn more about this simple recipe!

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Saffron rice recipe

Persian Steamed White Rice - Chelow

Persian rice is the key element of Persian cuisine. This post will help you master the essential Persian rice with a crispy golden crust, known as tahdig.

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Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust

Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust is the base for many Persian Dishes!

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How To Make Persian Tea At Home

Iranians drink tea any time of the day. Persian tea is a national drink that's more than just a beverage. Learn how to make Persian tea at home.

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Advieh (Persian Spice Mix)

Advieh is a Persian spice mix made with several aromatic spices. Warm and flavorful spices such as cardamom, turmeric and cinnamon make the perfect mix for any recipe!

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Persian Cinnamon Mint Refresher

This Persian Cinnamon Mint Refresher will be your new favorite drink to serve at parties. A concentrated syrup infused with mint and cinnamon mixed with sparkling water for the right amount of fizz.

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Persian Pumpkin Pancakes - KAKA

LearnHow to Make Pumpkin Pancakes for breakfast and brunch. These pancakes are fluffy and full of delicious flavors, and are ready in no time!

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Persian Halva Recipe

Persian halva is a classic dessert made with pantry staples that you probably have on hand right now. Perfectly sweet with aromas of rose and saffron (you keep saffron on hand in your kitchen, right?), halva can be served cold or at room temperature.

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Sholeh Zard Persian Saffron Rice Pudding

Sholeh zard is a Persian saffron rice pudding with exquisite flavors. Saffron and rosewater make this rice pudding extra special, whether served warm or cold.

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Persian Banana Date Shake (Majoon)

Banana date shake is a delicious and healthy shake that's ready in 5 minutes and gives you enough energy for the morning! This Persian style shake is naturally sweetened.

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Persian Spinach and Eggs (Nargesi)

Spinach and eggs, Persian style! This one pan breakfast is easy, healthy and ready in only 20 minutes. You only need a handful of ingredients to make this delicious egg recipe.

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Easy Persian Barbari Bread

Nan barbari is a classic Persian bread that’s easy to make. With a nice crust and soft inside, this recipe results in a tasty homemade bread suitable for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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Sourdough Barbari Recipe

Sourdough barbari is so delicious. The texture and flavor is exactly the same as the ones in Iran. Topped with a simple glaze and sesame seeds, this bread is perfect for breakfast!

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Lavash Bread

This lavash bread recipe is easy, reliable and made with simple ingredients. Lavash is soft and perfect for wraps and sandwiches. Learn how to make lavash at home with this how-to tutorial.

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Persian Quince Jam - Morabba Beh

Persian quince jam - Morabba Beh is a traditional jam.This fragrant fruit gives you such delicious and tangy jam that you can use in your breakfast parfaits with fruit, or just have it with some bread!

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Khagineh Recipe (Persian Sweet Homemade Crepe)

Khagineh is a unique Persian dessert similar to a crepe topped with date syrup, grape molasses or saffron syrup. Top with pistachios and rose for a beautiful presentation.

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Rosewater Cardamom Pancakes + Saffron Syrup

A classic American recipe with a Persian twist, these rosewater cardamom pancakes with saffron syrup are the love between east and west. The fluffy pancakes with rose and cardamom aroma kissed by saffron syrup, a dream come true!

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Persian Pickles with Tomatoes - Torshi Mashhadi

Persian Pickles with tomatoes are the perfect addition to any Persian dish. It’s made with crisp and delicious vegetables mixed with homemade tomato sauce and spices.

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Kashke Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Dip)

Kashke bademjan is a simple Persian eggplant dip that is made with a handful of ingredients. This tasty vegetarian dip is full of amazing flavors and makes for a perfect appetizer!

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Mast o Khiar - Persian Yogurt and Cucumber Dip

Mast o Khiar is a traditional Persian yogurt and cucumber dip that is light and flavorful. It's ready in 15 minutes and can be served with main dishes or as an appetizer with some chips or pita bread.

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Persian Appetizer Platter

Persian Appetizer Platter is a great choice for gatherings and parties. This platter is ready in 10 minutes and can be served as an afternoon snack too, it'll be great with a cup of tea!

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Sabzi Khordan (Persian Herb Platter)

Sabzi khordan is a Persian herb platter usually served as an appetizer. Ready in 10 minutes, this abundance of herbs with cheese, walnuts and bread brings so much brightness to any table!

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Borani Esfenaj - Persian Spinach and Yogurt Dip

Borani Esfenaj is a classic Persian spinach yogurt dip that's usually served with bread. With a lot of spinach and garlic, this delicious dip is something you don't want to miss!

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Saffron Caramelized Onion Dip

Saffron caramelized onion dip is a classic appetizer with a Persian twist! Flavored with bright saffron, this dip is perfect for Yalda night alongside a spread of fruit, herbs and cheese.

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Cucumber tomato salad (salad shirazi)

Marinated olives (zeytoon parvardeh)

Persian Chicken with Saffron

Persian Chicken and Saffron is a traditional dish that can be served with several different side dishes. This amazing dish is made with the golden spice and is bursting with enchanting flavors from a land far far away.

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Best Fried Fish Recipe (Persian Style)

Ready in 30 minutes, this recipe for fried fish is unique because of its Persian flavors. Brushed with saffron and seasoned with turmeric, this fish recipe works well for any occasion.

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Pomegranate Chicken, Persian Style (Morgh Nardooni)

This pomegranate chicken is tangy and savory with a lot of flavor. Juicy chicken cooked in pomegranate juice makes this Persian classic a family favorite!

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Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Persian Style

Persian grilled chicken wings recipe is so unique. The chicken wings are marinated in a saffron yogurt mixture, making them tender and delicious.

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Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Stew)

Fesenjan is a classic Persian stew made with walnuts, pomegranate molasses and usually chicken. It’s sweet and sour with a rich nutty flavor thanks to the walnuts. The key to a delicious fesenjoon is to cook it low and slow for a few hours. Serve with Persian rice or pour it over tahdig and enjoy.

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Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)

Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon.

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Kabob Koobideh Recipe

Kabob Koobideh is a popular Persian kabob recipe that's so juicy and delicious. Made with minced meat and onion, this kabob recipe is famous for good reason. If you follow my detailed tutorial, you'll learn how to make the perfect koobideh every time.

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Kabob Torsh - Persian Pomegranate Walnut Kabobs

Kabob Torsh is a unique Iranian dish made with juicy beef marinated in pomegranate molasses, walnuts and herbs. This marinated beef kabob from northern Iran is usually served with rice.

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Zereshk Polo Morgh - Persian Barberry Rice with Chicken

Zereshk polo morgh is one of the most famous dishes in Persian cuisine. It's full of wonderful flavors such as saffron, turmeric and barberry.

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Persian Style Branzino Recipe

This delicious branzino recipe with Persian flavors will impress anyone! Learn how to make a whole roasted branzino at home perfectly every time using these tips and notes.

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Chenjeh Recipe

Chenjeh is a classic Persian kabob that's so juicy and tender. Made with a simple marinade, this kabob is packed with lots of flavor!

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Best Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Try the best braised lamb shank recipe ever written! Lamb shanks are slow cooked in a rich spiced sauce until fall-off-the-bone-level fork tender! Serve this restaurant-quality dish with rice, potatoes or even risotto.

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Khoresh Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Stew)

Khoresh bademjan is a delicious Persian eggplant stew that's served with rice. This Persian stew is usually served with rice and tahdig. Learn how to make this easy Persian recipe with this recipe and step-by-step video tutorial.

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Persian lentil rice (adas polo)

Albaloo Polo (Persian Sour Cherry Rice)

Persian sausage and potato skillet (sosis bandari)

Persian Stuffed Potato Patties

These stuffed potato patties are the perfect weeknight dinner. Creamy mashed potatoes are stuffed with a tasty beef filling and seared to perfection.

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Khoresh Gheimeh Recipe (Persian split chickpea stew)

Khoresh gheimeh is a Persian stew made with lamb and split chickpeas. Learn how to make gheimeh recipe with a step-by-step tutorial and video.

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Persian Meat Patties- Kotlet

Persian meat patties aka Kotlet are tasty patties that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. They are easy to make and so delicious to eat!

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Persian Dolmeh Recipe

Dolmeh is a traditional Persian/Iranian dish and a family favorite. This version of stuffed grape leaves is made with meat, rice and herbs.

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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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Persian Celery Stew - Khoreshte Karafs

Persian celery stew also known as khoresht karafs is a delicious Iranian stew made with celery stalks and herbs. This easy Persian stew can be made vegetarian as well.

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Kabab Tabei - Persian Pan Kebab

Kabab Tabei is a delicious dish that you can make if you like to have kebabs but you don't want to use a grill or you don't have one. It's simple and can be ready in an hour with a handful of ingredients!

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Lubia Polo Recipe (Persian Green Bean Rice)

Lubia polo is a classic Persian green bean rice recipe that's flavored with warm and aromatic spices. Follow along to learn how to make this tasty recipe using my step-by-step recipe and tips.

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The Best Mushroom Barley Soup Recipe

This mushroom barley soup requires just a handful of ingredients, yet is packed with vegetables and so much flavor. Inspired by Persian soup-e jo, a bowl of this soup is an ideal meatless meal you can prepare and enjoy at home.

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Persian One Pot Tomato Rice – Dami Gojeh Farangi

Persian tomato rice is an easy vegetarian dish full of amazing flavors. This one pot rice recipe uses very few ingredients and can be prepared in no time!

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Fried Potatoes and Onions Persian Style (Do Piazeh Aloo)

An easy recipe for fried potatoes and onions with a Persian twist. Do piazeh aloo is an Iranian vegan dish that you can make in no time with just a few ingredients. It's packed with so much flavor thanks to turmeric and spices.

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Persian Potato Patties (Kuku Sibzamini)

These potato patties are crispy on the outside and creamy and soft on the inside. Serve these homemade potato patties as an appetizer or a light meal.

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Persian Raisin Cookies (Shirini Keshmeshi)

These Persian raisin cookies are ready in 30 minutes and are perfect for any day of the year. They're buttery and crispy around the edges, and so soft on the inside!

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Walnut Filled Persian Pastry - Qottab

Qottab is a Persian pastry filled with walnuts is a delicious traditional treat from Iran. Delicate and flaky dough is filled with a combination of walnuts and cardamom - making this the perfect Persian dessert!

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Persian Love Bundt Cake

You will fall in love with this Persian Love Bundt Cake. Not only because it's filled with aromatic rosewater and cardamom, but also because it's full of love!

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Cardamom rose hot chocolate

No churn saffron ice cream (Bastani sonnati)

Faloodeh Recipe (Persian Rose and Lime Granita)

Nan Panjereh - Persian Rosettes

Nan Panjereh - Persian Rosettes is a traditional Persian cookie that is crisp and light. Once you find the technique, it is easy and fun to make!

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Persian Cardamom Muffins - Cake Yazdi

Persian Cardamom Muffins – Cake Yazdi is a traditional Iranian/Persian recipe for delicious muffins that are filled with Persian flavors. The combination of rose water and cardamom is always great.

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Persian Love Muffins

Saffron and rosewater are a delightful combination in these Persian love muffins. They're soft, delicious, and have a truly unique flavor.

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Persian Saffron Milkshake

Take a delicious trip to Iran with this Persian Saffron Milkshake that tastes like traditional Iranian ice cream without the hassle!

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Shirini Nargili (Persian Coconut Cookies)

Shirini nargili are Persian coconut cookies made with a handful of ingredients. These cookies are naturally gluten-free and don't need any chilling time.

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• Make ahead: You can make many of these recipes ahead of time. Details are mentioned in each recipe.

• Storage: Many of these dishes can be stored in an airtight containers and refrigerated for up to 3 days.