Eating scoops of their favorite ice cream is how many people like to cool off during the warm summer months. Instead of picking up a pint at the local grocer, head to a Persian restaurant instead. Along with cakes and baklava, ice cream is a popular item on their dessert menus. For a better idea of what to expect when you take a bite, below is a guide about Persian ice cream.  

Where Persian Ice Cream Comes From

There are different types of frozen desserts in Persian cuisine. Invented in 400 BC in what is today Iran, faloodeh is a type of aromatic sorbet made with rice vermicelli noodles, rosewater, and lime. With the addition of Iranian cherry syrup, the ice cream has a tart flavor profile with a delectable sweetness.

Bastani sonnati is a creamier version of the ice-cold treat. Invented in Tehran in the early 20th century, bastani sonnati contains frozen custard, cream, rosewater, and wild orchid. The addition of saffron gives the ice cream its golden hue, while sliced pistachios add crunch to the creamy texture. The saltiness from the nuts paired with the flowery toppings and both the cream and custard gives this dessert a unique, but well-rounded flavor profile.

How to Order Persian Ice Cream

When you dine at a Persian restaurant, you can order the ice cream to be served in different ways. If you’re worried about the frozen treat melting before you finish the last bite, order it in a bowl to cut down on the mess. Shredded pistachios can be added on top to add an extra texture of crunch. The ice cream can also be served between two crisp waffle wafers to create a sandwich known as bastani-e nooni.

To cool down with Persian ice cream this summer, visit Sufi's Kitchen in Atlanta, GA. Order your dinner at this popular Persian restaurant with a succulent kebab or seafood dish and end the meal with baklava, ice cream, pomegranate cheesecake, or another treat. Visit the Persian restaurant online to browse their complete menu or call (404) 888-9699 to ask questions.