RECIPES
From the Kitchen.
Khoresh Gheymeh | Persian Yellow Split Pea Stew
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…
Coconut Energy Balls
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 | Quiche Muffins
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!
Green Goddess Smoothie with Ginger and Lime
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
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.
Khoresh Karafs | Persian Celery Stew
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…
Carrot Scones
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.
Grilled Balsamic Cauliflower Steaks
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…
Vegan Moroccan Stew
Vegan Moroccan Stew is a delicious, nutritious, soup made with chickpeas in the Instant Pot. This stew has good protein and fiber thanks to the chickpeas and the spinach, along with loads of vitamins and minerals. This delicious, well-balanced soup even tastes better the next day. Let’s face it, the cook once, eat for days…
Balal | Persian Street Corn
A traditional Persian experience: Balal Persian Street Corn. Fresh corn on the cobb grilled to a blackened state and soaked in saltwater for flavor! The wafting smell of grilling corn is common in big cities as well as coastal beach towns in Iran. The good news is that it is simple to make at home…
Baked Cinnamon Apples
Baked apples with cinnamon are a healthy option for snacks and for breakfast. If you can manage to core an apple while leaving the base of it intact, apples are a beautifully delicious shell for any number of stuffing options. The cinnamon soaks in and creates an aroma no candle can emulate filling your house…
Baklava Cake
Persian baklava cake is made with all the special spices and flavors that make Persian desserts delicious and unique. Traditionally this rich, middle eastern pastry dessert is doused and laced in syrup made from sugar water. In our recipe, we simplify the process and make mini cakes naturally sweetened with honey! The Persian flavors and…