Currant Bread | Persian Pound Cake
Introducing Currant Bread, a moist, delightful cake-like loaf with a hint of cardamom setting it apart. This is a modern, lighter twist on pound cake, made with a Persian flair.
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Introducing Currant Bread, a moist, delightful cake-like loaf with a hint of cardamom setting it apart. This is a modern, lighter twist on pound cake, made with a Persian flair.
Khoresh Gheymeh | Persian Yellow Split Pea Stew is a common traditional stew in Iranian cuisine. It is served over a beautiful serving of Basmati rice. The name for this meal in Farsi is Khoresh Gheymeh. Gheymeh is most definitely on our favorite Persian foods list. The spice profile of Gheymeh includes many delicious elements…
These Coconut Energy Balls are a no bake, satisfying, protein-packed snack to boost you until the next healthy meal. They are also gluten free and vegan!
Kookoo sabzi is a traditional Persian appetizer or light lunch. Kookoo is the term used in the Persian language to describe an egg-based, quiche-type dish. Sabzi is Farsi for fresh herbs. My recipe today takes the essence of the traditional kookoo sabzi and converts it into a nutritious, light herb muffin!
This Green Goddess Smoothie is loaded with immune-boosting vitamins and plant-based proteins. It can be made as a fresh juice or blended with ice as a refreshing cold smoothie. The tangy-sweet flavor of ginger-lime smoothies is one of our favorite blends.
Baked Breaded Shrimp is a crunchy, delicious shrimp that is both fun to make and fun to eat. The secret ingredient is corn flakes, which add great flavor and color to these baked shrimp. Baking shrimp instead of frying gives these shrimp a perfect crunch without the fat from frying.
Persian Celery Stew is a traditional Iranian dish served with rice. It is a veggie-heavy dish loaded with celery and herbs, normally made with beef or lamb. In the traditional form, it takes hours to braise and simmer. Our modern version cuts out the meat while retaining delicious flavors. The Farsi word for celery is…
Are you ready for simple yet mouth-wateringly delicious and still good for you meatballs? With only 5 ingredients, these Easy Greek Meatballs come together in a snap. Enjoy them as a side to your lunch, throw them in pasta sauce, or eat them plain as a snack.
Homemade scones with shredded carrots and tahini are a perfect treat! These carrot scones are lower in sugar than most breakfast-baked goods and have flavors inspired by Persian cuisine.
Balsamic Cauliflower Steaks is a fun recipe that all the vegetarians in your life will appreciate. Even so, you don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy this tasty grilled veggie dish. Filling your plate with veggies with a side of healthy carbs and protein is a solid strategy for healthy, clean eating. This recipe…