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Iranian mixed rice | Polo | برنج مخلوط

October 9, 2022May 24, 2020

The ultimate recipe for vegan Persian mixed rice – برنج مخلوط. To achieve lightness and flavour, this traditional method parboils then steams the rice. With a layer of tahdig – crispy potatoes –  ته دیگ, you will be craving more with every mouthful.

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koresht karafs
Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

Khoresht e Karafs | Persian Celery Stew | خورش کرفس

October 9, 2022May 28, 2020

Persian celery stew – khoresht karafs – خورش کرفس – is a fresh, aromatic delight served with soft rice. Traditionally containing lamb, this vegan recipe uses earthy black beans to balance the sharp flavour of the sauce.

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Aubergine Stew | Yatimcheh | یتیمچه

January 25, 2023May 29, 2020

Aubergine stew – یتیمچه – yatimcheh – is a delicious meatless Persian dish. My Iranian friend once told me that aubergines are to Iran as potatoes are to Britain. In Iran, you can buy aubergines by the bucketload – literally.

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Dessert

Keşkül | Vegan Almond Milk Pudding

October 9, 2022July 11, 2020

Be refreshed by this creamy Turkish almond pudding on a sunny day. Fragrant with a nutty depth, Keşkül takes only 15 minutes to make with just five key ingredients.

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AppetizerDipMain CourseMeze

Mirza Ghasemi | Smoked Aubergine Dip | میرزا قاسمی

October 9, 2022January 4, 2021

Similar to baba ganoush, this garlicky smoked aubergine mezze dip is delicious on bread, hot or cold. Read on for my vegan Mirza Ghasemi origins story and simple recipe.

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Bowl of bright rhubarb stew
Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

Khoresht e Rivas | Iranian Rhubarb Stew | خورشت ریواس

October 9, 2022April 21, 2022

This delicious Iranian Rhubarb Stew is the perfect way to use your homegrown rhubarb. It’s savoury, sour, healthy, and full of vegan protein! 

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Hi, I'm Cara. Vegan middle eastern food is more than hummus and falafel. Explore diverse middle eastern cuisines with my plant-based recipes and join a multicultural social media community for tips on how to adjust to a vegan lifestyle.

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The food was bursting with flavour, colour and sauce 🤩
We had the Korean burger, original, and Thai chips. All vegan 💚
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  • khoresht e bamieh in pan
    Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

    Khoresht e Bamieh | Iranian Okra Stew | خورشت بامیه

  • Bowl of bright rhubarb stew
    Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

    Khoresht e Rivas | Iranian Rhubarb Stew | خورشت ریواس

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    Khoresht e Nâranj | Vegan Iranian Orange Chicken Stew

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  • Tiny kitten in Izmir, Turkey
  • ASMR with this Vegan Greek dessert
  • @wholesomejunkies lived up to its 4.8 star review! As a British Northerner, I live up to the stereotype of liking plenty of sauce on my food. 
The food was bursting with flavour, colour and sauce 🤩
We had the Korean burger, original, and Thai chips. All vegan 💚
Follow Me!
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