Kumquat Marmalade
Kumquat Marmalade is my favourite, because it is not as bitter as other marmalades - at least not if you follow my recipe. Also, it’s one of the many jams and marmalades my Maman used to make and still makes, so I have plenty of happy memories around it. When I saw that my local fruit and veg shop had kumquats, I just had to take the opportunity to turn them into a jar of nostalgia.
Kashke Bademjan – Persian Aubergine Dip
Kashke Bademjan is a popular Persian aubergine dip, that is usually served as an appetiser!
It is made of eggplants, or aubergines as we call them here in the UK, garlic, onions and kashk. Kashk is made of drained yogurt and has a distinct flavour, that’s quintessential for Kashke Bademjoon. You can serve this mouthwatering dip with any bread you like, for example Persian Lavash or Taftoon.
Khoresh-e Aloo Esfenaj – Golden Sour Prune and Spinach Stew
Khoresh-e Aloo Esfenaj is a mouthwatering Persian lamb, golden sour prune and spinach stew, that has a subtle sweet and sour taste. This dish doesn’t require much prep time, as all of the magic happens in the pot - as with so many Persian stews.
Mast o Khiar – Yogurt Dip with Cucumber, Raisins and Walnuts
Mast o Khiar is a delicious, creamy yogurt dip, that you can enjoy simply on its own, with crackers as a snack, or as a side to a main meal. Mast o Khiar simply translates to ‘yogurt and cucumber’ and so the basic version is made of yogurt, cucumbers and garlic, seasoned with salt.
Sosis Bandari - Spicy Sausage Sandwich
Sosis Bandari is a tasty Persian sandwich filling from southern Iran. It’s one of the few Persian dishes that is quite spicy. Of course you can adjust the level of spiciness to your personal liking. But if you ask me, I like my Sosis Bandari with a kick!
Kabab Tabei - Persian Pan Kabab
Kabab Tabei is such an easy and quick kabab recipe and doesn’t require a bbq! It’s the go-to Persian kabab for a busy day when you need less of the hassle but just as much of the flavour of a mouthwatering kabab.
Khoresh-e Havij - Persian Lamb and Carrot Stew
Khoreshe Havij is a tasty carrot lamb stew. As with many Persian stews all the magic happens in the pan, all on its own. The prep time is short and sweet!