Persian side dishes

This recipe for Persian crispy rice, also known as tahdig, features a crispy buttery saffron infused layer atop tender, fluffy basmati rice.

This lovely, Persian-style jeweled rice dish serves a crowd and will delight and impress everyone that tries it. Best of all, this dazzling beauty is a lot easier to make than you think and will make the perfect addition to any table.

Kashke bademjan is a classic Persian eggplant dip made with a few ingredients and usually served with bread. It makes the perfect appetizer!

This recipe is for a clever easy to serve, easy-to-eat, bite-sized version of Tachin Persian Chicken and Rice Casserole. We are calling this updated version Persian Crispy Rice Cups, or Tachin Bites. Tachin is Persian food at its finest, combining royal long-grain rice with aromatic turmeric and saffron. It is optionally topped with candied, dried barberries (known as zereshk in Farsi) giving it a sweet and sour twist. Tahchin is easily one of our family favorites as well as an easy…

Persian jeweled rice, also known as Morasa Polo, is a stunning rice dish that is a delicious celebration of textures, flavors and colors.

Persian shirazi salad is a crunchy, fresh, and delicious finely chopped Persian cucumber and tomato salad with dried mint, lemon (or lime), and extra virgin olive oil. It's an excellent salad side dish to accompany grilled meats.

Indulge in the rich flavors and intoxicating aromas of Persian cuisine, and you'll find yourself transported to the bustling streets of Iran. This vibrant

You'll wonder how you ever lived without these traditional Persian recipes. From rice to stew to kebabs, these dishes bring a true taste of Persia!

The best authentic Persian recipes you must try! From the basics to everyday dishes and desserts, you can find all the classic recipes here.

Zereshk Polo, a stunning Persian barberry rice with basmati, barberries, spices, and nuts. Perfect for a lavish feast with saffron chicken.