Borani esfenaj: spinach and yogurt dip
Cook the spinach, remove excess moisture, and cool it before mixing with plain yogurt. A small garlic-and-spinach side with no cream cheese or mayonnaise.
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Kuku sabzi: fresh-herb patties without a whole-pan flip
Fresh-herb and egg patties with parsley, cilantro, dill and leek greens. Cook small portions rather than turning a whole pan-sized kuku.
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RECIPEMast-o-khiar: cucumber, yogurt and dried mint
A simple Persian yogurt-and-cucumber side without walnuts or raisins. Measure the chopped cucumber and keep the dairy cold.
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Salad Shirazi with lime and dried mint
A finely chopped cucumber, tomato and onion salad, with practical cucumber choices and a lime-and-mint dressing for an American kitchen.
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