Morghe Torsh - Persian Herb and Walnut Sour Chicken
Morgh-e Torsh is a mouthwatering dish from the northern Iranian provinces of Gilan and Mazandaran.
Like many other shomali (northern) dishes, this braised chicken dish includes different herbs, pomegranate molasses and walnuts - A heavenly combination! You’ve probably heard me say, from southern Ghaliye Maahi to northern Morgh-e Torsh - Iranians love sour food more than any other taste.
Khoresh-e Kadoo Halvaei - Lamb and Pumkin Stew
Khoresh-e Kadoo Halva stands as a cherished Persian stew celebrated for its comforting blend of tender meat, vibrant spices, and the subtle sweetness of pumpkin. This rich dish embodies the essence of Persian cuisine, offering a symphony of flavours that delight the senses.
You can use any variety of pumpkin to prepare this dish, yet those with a nutty taste, such as Uchiki Kuri or Butternut Squash give the stew a delightful depth.
Khoresh-e Pesteh - Persian Pistachio Stew
Khoresh-e Pesteh is originally from Rafsanjan - a city in the Central District of Rafsanjan County, Kerman Province, Iran. It’s prepared with the best native pistachios. Pistachio stew is considered a kind of royal food and is cooked for special gatherings and ceremonies.
Khoresh-e Karafs – Lamb Celery And Herb Stew
Khoresh-e Karafs is a hearty lamb and herb stew with celery. Fresh lemon juice allows you to add sourness to your liking. It’s one of those dishes, that I didn’t like as a kid and I cannot tell you how much I regret that! If you love Ghormeh Sabzi, you'll likely love Khoresh-e Karafs as well.
Khoresh-e Bamieh – Persian Lamb and Okra Stew
Khoresh-e Bamieh is a tasty lamb and okra stew from southern Iran. If you’re familiar with Persian food, you know, that we love a hint of sourness in our stews. In this dish the sourness comes from tamarind paste. This is an ingredient, that is used quite a lot in southern Iran.
Khoresh-e Aloo Esfenaj – Golden Sour Prune and Spinach Stew
Khoresh-e Aloo Esfenaj is a mouthwatering Persian lamb, golden sour prune and spinach stew, that has a subtle sweet and sour taste. This dish doesn’t require much prep time, as all of the magic happens in the pot - as with so many Persian stews.