Borani Esfenaj – Persian Spinach Yogurt Dip
Borani Esfenaj is a delicious Persian spinach yogurt dip – A must have appetiser for any party! It’s such an easy quick recipe but makes for a delicious dip for bread, crackers or crisps (I’m talking about chips, American friends). I don’t just prepare borani for parties though, I also make small batches just for the two of us for movie night.
Borani Laboo – Beetroot Yoghurt Dip
Borani Laboo doesn’t only feed the eyes with its vibrant colour, it also tickles the tastebuds with the subtle sweetness of beetroot and the reviving freshness of mint. Serve it as a side or enjoy it with crackers, bread or on it’s own!
Swiss Chard Borani - Yogurt Dip with Swiss Chard
Swiss Chard Borani is a yogurt dip with Swiss chard, garlic and walnuts. Borani refers to delicious Persian yogurt dips, that make great snacks, sides or nibbles for parties! There are lots of versions of Borani! A popular one is Borani-ye Esfenaj - yogurt spinach dip. This time, I thought I’d switch the recipe up by using Swiss chard instead.
Kashke Bademjan – Persian Aubergine Dip
Kashke Bademjan is a popular Persian aubergine dip, that is usually served as an appetiser!
It is made of eggplants, or aubergines as we call them here in the UK, garlic, onions and kashk. Kashk is made of drained yogurt and has a distinct flavour, that’s quintessential for Kashke Bademjoon. You can serve this mouthwatering dip with any bread you like, for example Persian Lavash or Taftoon.
Mast o Khiar – Yogurt Dip with Cucumber, Raisins and Walnuts
Mast o Khiar is a delicious, creamy yogurt dip, that you can enjoy simply on its own, with crackers as a snack, or as a side to a main meal. Mast o Khiar simply translates to ‘yogurt and cucumber’ and so the basic version is made of yogurt, cucumbers and garlic, seasoned with salt.