Eggplant with meatballs.A turk recipe which everybody will love 😋#persian_chefFor those who need exact Persian name: تپسی بادمجون

💯 eggplant patties#iran_cookeryFor those who need exact Persian name: کوکو بادمجون

This is an authentic Persian stew, which is the national dish of Iran. The name means "herbs stew" and it's normally eaten along with Tahdig (Persian rice). For the Thadig recipe: cookpad.com/us/recipes/14834447-tahdig-persian-rice

💯 northern Persia shrimps stew.The most famous food of northern provinces of Iran.Must be served with rice.#Persian_cookFor those who need exact Persian name: قلیه میگو

This dish is incredibly tasty and popular in Azarbaijani districts of Iran. This stew consisting of ground meat, split peas, onion and barberries ( zereshk). This aromatic stew, is garnished with fried potatoes and served with rice.

Mirza Ghasemi or Mirza Qasemi (Persian: میرزاقاسمی) is an Iranian appetizer or main based on tandoori or grilled aubergine (eggplant), distinct to the Northern Iran and Caspian Sea region (specifically Gilan province). It is known as Persian eggplant dip in Western countries.This is one of my family's favorite food. We all love it, with pilaf or flat bread and pickled garlic and fried white fish.

Maybe it is just me but, I love Indian, Middle-Eastern and Persian cuisines. Just a notch lower than Italian (pizza of cos!). I am always drawn in by the wonderful combination of spices and herbs. The great thing is most of the dishes are cooked in a pot or a skillet and most of the ingredients are commonly used in any kitchen.I dare not say that this recipe is 100% authentic; I had researched all over the internet for some Persian recipes and somehow or rather, I took bits and pieces to combine into this soup. Persian cuisine isn't new, it is just not-well-known.I can't find any fresh Kashk or yogurt whey in the place I reside, so I decided to make 1 from scratch. This is a quick and simple way. Please get your hands on whole milk or full fat yogurt. Greek style or low fat will not work. Without much further ado, let's get started with the recipe.

💯 Iranian quince halva (dessert)A fantastic sweet dish for a dreamy afternoon snack. It can be served alone or with tea, even sometimes with bread as a light meal.#Persian_cookFor those who need exact Persian name: حلوای میوه به

Dizi or abgoosht, literally means ' meat juice'. It's a traditional dish in Iran. In old days it used to be cooked in stone or ceramic pots inside but nowadays it's prepared on the stove top in the pot. Main ingredient is lamb or beef shank. It is very rich, thick and delicious. For this special meal, you will need meat masher and if you prefer to cook it in the ceramic jar, you can use Moroccn 'tagine' pot.

💯 northeastern Iran meat and cereal stewThis food is cooked in Mashhad, in huge amount like at least 1000 serving to be distributed among people for charity; specially in muharram and Safar and Arbaeen for mourning Imam Hussein's martyrdom anniversery.#Persian_cookFor those who need exact Persian name: شله مشهدی

Ghevar is a traditional sweet from Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. It is mainly prepared in Rajasthan during Makar Sankranti and Gangaur, and in Uttar Pradesh during the month of Sawan for Teej and Raksha Bandhan. While it can be enjoyed with sugar syrup, Rabdi Ghevar is the most popular version. Usually, we buy ghevar from the market, but this time for Raksha Bandhan, I made it at home and everyone loved it.

Dill/fava beans rice with lamb shanks is one of the mosttttttt tastiest and popular dishes in Iran and usually serves in especial occasions and events. Rice with fava beans ( broad beans) is called ‘ Bahagli polow’ in Farsi and the beautiful tender lamb shanks which is called ‘ Mahicheh’ in Farsi is a luxurious dish that was one of favorite dishes of Persian king from Safavid dynasty ( 400 years ago).You might make this dish either with chicken breast/thigh or lamb shank.I hope you have chance to try this gorgeous meal.