RECIPES
From the Kitchen.
Bita’s Persian Spice Mix | Advieh
Advieh is a term used for Persian cooking. Translated from Farsi it means spice. Interestingly enough, although most every one who makes Iranian dishes uses a Persian spice mix (advieh) no one seems to have a recipe for it! I created my own basic and versatile recipe.
Gluten-Free Persian Walnut Cookies | Naan Gerdooee
Containing only 3 main ingredients, Persian Walnut cookies are probably the fastest, easiest cookies you’ll ever make. These sweet, aromatic, bite-sized cookies are perfect with a cup of Persian tea. Walnut cookies are often served for guests and during the Persian New Year (the first day of spring).
Loobia Polo Morgh | Persian Chicken and Green Bean Rice
Loobia (also spelled Lubia) in Farsi means green beans. Polo means rice. Loobia Polo is a layered green bean and rice dish. It is quite common in Persian cuisine and is considered to be a cozy, comfort food. Morgh is the Farsi word for chicken. In my modern, easy version of loobia polo, we use…
Greta’s Chocolate Chip Biscotti
Today I’m sharing a friends recipe for the best biscotti ever. The combination of the semi-sweet chocolate and the nuts plus a slight tang from the lemon juice make for a sophisticated snack. Greta’s Chocolate Chip Biscotti is the perfect pairing with my favorite self-indulgence, a nice strong cup of coffee.
Sabzi Khordan | Persian Herb Appetizer
“Sabzi Khordan” means “edible greens” in Farsi. A big platter of edible greens, namely fresh herbs, complete with stems attached, is the cornerstone starter of meals in Persian cuisine. Sabzi comes from the word ‘sabz’ which means green in the Farsi language. “Sabzi” translates literally as greens that you can eat, namely fresh herbs. Khordan…
Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Tea Cake
Today’s recipe for Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Tea Cake is a clever, slightly sweet, slightly savory tasting tea cake made with no refined sugar or white flour. Hints of citrus and cardamom plus a subtle taste of olive oil give this honey-sweetened bread a complex and delicious flavor profile.
Winter Green Detox Smoothie
A simple recharging Green Smoothie recipe great to reset your system for healthy eating in time for the holidays. Loaded with spinach, fruit and ginger. Hello Ovenhugger friends! We made it through the holidays, it’s January, it’s 2020, we’re not in a war, all is well in the world. I’m so excited about the good…
How to Stock a Persian Pantry
Cooking Persian food may seem daunting between the exotic ingredients list and the time consuming process of preparing old world recipes. This stock the pantry article lists ingredients that are easy to find (where and how to get them), substitutions, and tips and tricks to simplify making delicious, nutritious Persian recipes.
Naan Berenji Persian Rice Flour Cookies
Light and aromatic, Naan Berenji Persian Rice Flour Cookies are delicate, lightly sweetened, pretty cookies. Traditionally served around the Persian New Year and welcome any time of year! Our recipe is low in sugar and naturally gluten-free. Naan berenji is my favorite of all Persian cookies and sweets! I can easily eat a whole plate…
Baked Healthy Chilaquiles
Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Casserole (Healthy Chilaquiles) is a family favorite for brunch that’s always a hit around the holidays. I like to think of this dish as breakfast nachos with a healthy twist!