Katoq-e Mahi Doodi - Southern Iranian Smoked Fish Stew
A bold, coastal dish from Qeshm Island in southern Iran, this smoked fish stew is full of rich spices, caramelised onions, and baby potatoes. Traditionally made with salted fish, it’s a deeply comforting and flavourful taste of Hormozgan’s seafood heritage.
Khoresh-e Bamieh – Persian Lamb and Okra Stew
Khoresh-e Bamieh is a tasty lamb and okra stew from southern Iran. If you’re familiar with Persian food, you know, that we love a hint of sourness in our stews. In this dish the sourness comes from tamarind paste. This is an ingredient, that is used quite a lot in southern Iran.