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Main Courses

The main course of a meal is the heart of the meal. It’s what draws your family to the dinner tables and it’s what fills their bellies up with delicious and nutritious goodness.

Our favorite main courses like Tha-Cheen Bakes Persian Chicken and Rice Casserole, Basic Black Bean Burgers, & our Easy Peasy Bow Tie Pasta with Cheese will, not only, please the entire family but put a smile on your face when you see everyone devour your yummy cooking.

Lentil Butternut Squash Soup

Published: November 4, 2021 Last Modified: November 4, 2021

lentils, soup, lentil soup, vegetarian

Lentil Butternut Squash Soup is a nutritious, comforting soup that sticks to your ribs without any meat or dairy.  It is made with wholesome ingredients and a touch of warm, sweet spices.  Savory, earthy, nutty lentils mixed with sweet, creamy butternut squash and a touch of cinnamon create a splendid soup experience.  Whether you prefer…

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Filed Under: Crock-Pot, Lighter Lunch, Main Courses

Easy Marinated Salmon

Published: March 5, 2021 Last Modified: March 4, 2021

Saffron easy marinated salmon fillets

This recipe is for easy saffron-infused marinated salmon using an oven baking method and fillet cuts of fish. Salmon has great flavor on its own – add to it this light and sophisticated marinade, and this fish dish rises to the top.  With only a few ingredients and a short marination period, this recipe is…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food

Persian Burgers

Published: February 5, 2021 Last Modified: February 5, 2021

Mini Persian Slider Burgers

Persian Burgers are tasty hamburgers bursting with flavor.  Saffron and grated onion are kneaded into the meat. Stack them up with tomatoes and onions for a hearty, tasty meal. This recipe is for fabulous kabob burgers that are healthy, super delicious, and almost too cute to eat.  Once you have a taste, however, you will…

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Khoresh Fesenjan | Persian Pomegranate Chicken

Published: January 15, 2021 Last Modified: July 16, 2023

Khoresh Fesenjan | Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Chicken Stew

Khoresh Fesenjan (also known as khoresh fesenjoon) is a sultry, rich, comforting, sweet, and sour Persian stew that is easily my all-time favorite Iranian dish.  Persian pomegranate walnut chicken stew is made with sweet pomegranate molasses and savory, nutty toasted walnuts creating a thick sauce that coats pieces of chicken in the most delicious and…

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Filed Under: Instant Pot, Main Courses, Persian Food

Lentil and Date Rice | Adas Polo

Published: August 25, 2020 Last Modified: June 10, 2022

Persian Layered Mixed Rice with Lentils Raisins Dates and Pistachios

Adas Polo (Lentil and Date Rice) is a delicious and highly nutritious dish.  Some families cook this rice dish with ground beef layered in, however growing up my family enjoyed it without meat.  I am happy to share our family’s vegetarian Adas Polo recipe – a delicious, nourishing comfort food.  Polo is the term used…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Khoresh Gheymeh | Persian Yellow Split Pea Stew

Published: July 10, 2020 Last Modified: February 17, 2025

Khoresh Gheymeh | Persian Yellow Split Pea Stew is a common traditional stew in Iranian cuisine.  It is served over a beautiful serving of Basmati rice.  The name for this meal in Farsi is Khoresh Gheymeh.  Gheymeh is most definitely on our favorite Persian foods list.  The spice profile of Gheymeh includes many delicious elements…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food, Recipes, Side Dishes

Baked Breaded Shrimp

Published: June 9, 2020 Last Modified: July 7, 2022

Baked breaded shrimp (Cornflake Shrimp) with cocktail sauce or ketchup

Baked Breaded Shrimp is a crunchy, delicious shrimp that is both fun to make and fun to eat. The secret ingredient is corn flakes, which add great flavor and color to these baked shrimp. Baking shrimp instead of frying gives these shrimp a perfect crunch without the fat from frying. 

Filed Under: Healthy Appetizer Recipes, Lighter Lunch, Main Courses

Khoresh Karafs | Persian Celery Stew

Published: May 26, 2020 Last Modified: February 17, 2025

khoresht karafs Persian celery stew with artichokes

Persian Celery Stew is a traditional Iranian dish served with rice.  It is a veggie-heavy dish loaded with celery and herbs, normally is made with beef or lamb.  In the traditional form, it takes hours to braise and simmer.  Our modern version cuts out the meat while retaining delicious flavors.  The Farsi word for celery…

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Filed Under: Main Courses, Persian Food, Vegetarian

Easy Greek Meatballs

Published: May 13, 2020 Last Modified: August 16, 2021

Lean ground turkey meatballs served on a platter of baby spinach leaves

Are you ready for simple yet mouth-wateringly delicious and still good for you meatballs?  With only 5 ingredients, these Easy Greek Meatballs come together in a snap.  Enjoy them as a side to your lunch, throw them in pasta sauce, or eat them plain as a snack.

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Paleo Flank Steak Marinade

Published: April 23, 2020 Last Modified: March 1, 2021

This Paleo flank steak marinade recipe is so simple.  It uses only a handful of ingredients, coconut aminos (a soy sauce replacement), garlic and lemon juice. This recipe is our go-to option for making flank steak.  It tastes sophisticated – your family and friends will be impressed.

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