Persian food offers a wide variety of dishes. If you are new to this type of cuisine, you will find something that meets your tastes and dietary requirements. Below are a few items that are staples at your local Persian restaurant.

What Are Some Popular Persian Dishes?

1. Kashke Bademjan

This is a common appetizer consisting of sauteed eggplant and firm, whey yogurt that has a salty and tangy flavor. Chefs mix these ingredients together—as well as the optional onion, garlic, turmeric, saffron, salt, and pepper—to create a dip. Restaurants will serve it with bread, typically lavash, pita, or naan.

2. Koobideh Kebab

If you love grilled meat, this popular Persian kebab will satisfy your craving. The chef will grind lamb, beef, or chicken and mix it with parsley, onions, and a choice of seasonings to create a delicious treat. Then, they flatten the mixture with a wooden mallet and place it onto a metal skewer. After this, they baste the kebab and put it on the grill to evenly cook it on both sides, while making sure it is still juicy and tender. 

3. Ghormeh Sabzi

One of the most popular dishes in Iran, this stew has the flavors of numerous green herbs, including fenugreek leaves, which create a unique bitter taste. Chefs counter this with the sourness of Persian limes, which they dry and pierce before adding them to the stew. Kidney beans, onions, coriander, and lamb and beef seasoned in turmeric will typically round out the rest of the food. Finally, chefs serve it on a bed of white rice or lavash bread to soak in the moisture.

If you want to experience excellent Persian food, head to Sufi’s Kitchen in Atlanta, GA. This fine-dining restaurant serves authentic Persian food steeped in tradition. All of their dishes are made from scratch and use mostly local ingredients. Visit the website to view their wide selection of dishes, ranging from kebabs and hummus to stew and wraps. Call (404) 888-9699 to schedule a catering service or reserve a table.