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Fasolia – Green Bean Stew

September 12, 2022May 22, 2020

Fasolia is a healthy, traditional Middle Eastern stew. Braised green beans in a rich tomato sauce complement meze, rice, or simply bread.

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tahdig
BreadRice

Tahdig – Persian crispy rice – ته دیگ

April 29, 2021May 24, 2020

Getting tahdig from kitchen to dining table is difficult with the sudden appearance of eager helpers who want a taste. In this article, find out what tahdig (ته دیگ) is and how to cook it with potatoes or bread.

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Main CourseRice

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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lentil soup
AppetizerSoups and Stews

Turkish Lentil Soup | Mercimek Çorbası

October 9, 2022May 24, 2020

Turkish lentil soup – mercimek çorbası – is a simple but moreish dish. A perfect starter or light meal when served with bread. This dish is already vegan and exemplifies the deep, earthy flavours that can be found in the Middle East.

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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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lubia polo
Main CourseRice

Lubia Polo | لوبیا پلو | green beans, mince and rice

October 9, 2022June 7, 2020

This rainbow rice is a delicious and nutritious dish full of vegan proteins, vegetables, spices and complex carbohydrates. Lubia Polo (green beans, mince and rice) is a classic Persian rice dish to add to your culinary repertoire.

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almond milk pudding
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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sabzi polo
Main CourseRice

Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi Giahi | herb rice with vegan tofu fish | سبزی پلو با ماهی گیاهی

October 9, 2022March 15, 2021

Fresh herbs give this Iranian rice dish a Spring feeling. Enjoy this Sabzi Polo with vegan tofu fish for your Nowruz celebration and throughout the year.

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Main CoursePasta

Vegan Iranian Spaghetti Bolognese | Macaroni with tahdig | ماکارونی

October 9, 2022April 2, 2021

This is no ordinary spaghetti bolognese. The layers of pasta and sauce have a smokey flavour and are topped with crispy tahdig.

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Ash-e Sak served with lime wedges
AppetizerMain CourseSoups and Stews

Iranian Spinach Soup | Âsh-e Sak | آش ساك

October 9, 2022June 8, 2021

Cook up a pot of healthy Iranian Spinach Soup – Âsh-e Sak, rich with vegan split pea protein and bursting with mint and lemon flavours.

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burma kadayif dessert
DessertSnack

Burma Kadayıf | Turkish Twisted Baklava

October 9, 2022June 14, 2021

Burma Kadayıf is a Turkish sweet pastry made from twisted shredded pastry, nuts and syrup. You can make this showstopping vegan recipe using only six ingredients in one pan. 

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Torshi Liteh | Iranian mixed vegetable pickle | ترشی لیته

October 9, 2022December 31, 2021

Iran’s popular Torshi Liteh pickle is packed with vegetables, herbs and spices. Try this recipe with smoked aubergine, tarragon and rose, adapted from my Iranian family friend.

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Bowl of Orange Stew with rice and almonds
Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

Khoresht e Nâranj | Vegan Iranian Orange Chicken Stew

October 9, 2022January 23, 2022

Cook something new with Seville oranges: my Khoresht Nâranj recipe brings together sweet carrots, bitter orange, vegan chicken, aromatic saffron and cinnamon, and tangy barberries.

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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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khoresht e bamieh in pan
Main CourseRiceSoups and Stews

Khoresht e Bamieh | Iranian Okra Stew | خورشت بامیه

October 9, 2022October 9, 2022

Khoresht e Bamieh is a South Iranian okra stew with a spiced tomato sauce served on rice.  History of Khoresht e Bamieh ‘Bamieh’  or ‘بامیه’ is the Farsi word for Okra. Similarly, it is known as ‘bamia’ or ‘bamya’ across the Middle East. Nowadays, Okra is grown in warm countries around the globe but okra …

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      • Tiny kitten in Izmir, Turkey
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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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