Bademjan Polo is a Persian dish, layered with fried eggplant and saffron-infused rice. This vegan recipe replaces the meat with tofu crumbles, marinated in aromatic spices. You'll Love Persian Eggplant Rice Bademjan Polo is so full of flavor and comfort. This dish is so versatile and can be made with tofu crumbles, plant-based meat alternative, … Continue reading Persian Bademjan Polo (Eggplant Rice)
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Persian Khorak Lubia
Khorak Lubia contains the classic ingredients of tomatoes, onions, garlic, turmeric, and cumin. This vegetarian stew recipe is packed with flavor, protein-rich, and perfect for pairing with basmati rice or bread. Why You'll Love Khorak Lubia This is an easy and one-pot recipe, full of flavor and protein. Khorak Lubia is a versatile dish that … Continue reading Persian Khorak Lubia
Vegan Persian Macaroni
Vegan Persian Macaroni features a crispy tahdig crust. This is a versatile recipe that can be made vegetable-packed or Bolognese style, using a plant-based crumble. Why You'll Love Vegan Persian Macaroni Tahdig makes everything better, even pasta. Macaroni is the Persian version of Italian spaghetti. The pasta is steamed similar to Persian rice to create … Continue reading Vegan Persian Macaroni
Vegan Persian Joojeh Kabob (Chick’n Kabob)
This vegan Joojeh kabob recipe uses tofu and saffron to create a flavorful dish reminiscent of traditional Persian kabob. You'll Love Vegan Joojeh Kabob Before I became vegetarian, one of my favorite Persian meals was joojeh kabob. Joojeh means "young chicken" in Persian. I loved joojeh kabob, but I never thought about the actual chicken … Continue reading Vegan Persian Joojeh Kabob (Chick’n Kabob)
Nan-e-Nokhodchi (Persian Chickpea Cookies)
Nan-e-Nokhodchi are soft and traditionally vegan and gluten-free sweets made with chickpea flour and cardamom, perfect for pairing with Persian tea.
Vegan Persian Kotlet Recipe
This Kotlet recipe is a vegan twist on a traditional Persian dish, made with plant-based meat alternative, potato, chickpea flour, flaxseed, and spices. You'll Love Vegan Kotlet Kotlet is a Persian pan-fried meat patty. It has ground meat, egg, and potato. It is eaten warm or cold, plain or in a sandwich, on a picnic … Continue reading Vegan Persian Kotlet Recipe
How to Prepare Persian Tea (Chaie)
Learn how to prepare a perfect cup of Persian tea with black tea leaves, cardamom and even rose petals. Persian tea (chaie) is an integral part of Persian culture and hospitality. Persians love to drink it in the morning with breakfast, after lunch with pastries, after dinner to relax after a long day. It is … Continue reading How to Prepare Persian Tea (Chaie)
Vegan Khoresh Gheymeh (Persian Split Pea Stew)
Khoresh Gheymeh is a popular Persian stew with split peas, garnished with fried potatoes, and served with fluffy Persian rice and tahdig. This recipe is full of flavor, comfort, and plant-based. Why You'll Love this Vegan Khoresh Gheymeh Traditionally, Khoresh Gheymeh is not vegetarian but this recipe replaces the meat with jackfruit. Jackfruit is so … Continue reading Vegan Khoresh Gheymeh (Persian Split Pea Stew)
Vegan Khoresh Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Stew)
This is the most delicious recipe for Khoresh Bademjan, a Persian eggplant stew combining tomatoes and spices. It is full of flavor, comfort, and replaces meat with caramelized mushrooms. Serve it with fluffy basmati rice and tahdig, Why You'll Love Vegan Khoresh Bademjan Khoresh Bademjan is a Persian eggplant stew made with tomatoes, roasted eggplants, … Continue reading Vegan Khoresh Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Stew)
Persian Fried Bread
Fried bread is loved around the world—and this is the Persian version you need to try called Gulachu. This delicous recipe can be enjoyed sweet or savory. You'll Love Gulachu Fried bread is enjoyed in may cultures and continents. Enjoy this Persian version either savory or sweet. Gulachu originates from northern Iran, specifically the Sangesar … Continue reading Persian Fried Bread
Noon-e-Zanjebili (Persian Gingerbread)
This delicious Persian version of gingerbread, made with fresh ginger, is a family recipe, passed down generations in our Sangesari family, and now made plant-based. You'll Love Persian Gingerbread "Noon" is bread in Persian and "Zanjebil" is ginger. This recipe is for a Persian version of gingerbread. This recipe is so easy, using fresh ginger … Continue reading Noon-e-Zanjebili (Persian Gingerbread)
Best Kashk Bademjan Recipe
This Kashk Bademjan recipe is an authentic dairy-free version of the traditional Persian eggplant dip, made by using soymilk to create a vegan kashk. It includes fried onion, garlic, and mint for a delicious garnish. You'll Love Vegan Kashk Bademjan Kashk Bademjan is a flavorful Persian eggplant dip that is served as an appetizer with … Continue reading Best Kashk Bademjan Recipe
Best Vegan Kabob Recipe
This Vegan Kabob recipe offers flavorful Persian kabobs made with plant-based ingredients, onion, and Eastern spices for indoor or outdoor grilling or oven baking. Why You'll Love Vegan Kabob The delicious flavors of Persian kabob without the meat. These kabobs can be made on a grill or in the oven or even pan-fried. Ingredients/Equipment Notes … Continue reading Best Vegan Kabob Recipe
Best Vegan Salad Olivieh Recipe
This Vegan Salad Olivieh recipe is a twist on the traditional Persian dish, using plant-based alternatives for chicken and eggs. It’s flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for lunches or picnics. Why You'll Love this Vegan Salad Olivieh Persian Salad Olivieh is a variation of the Russian Salad Olivier. It is traditionally made with eggs … Continue reading Best Vegan Salad Olivieh Recipe
Persian Sangesari Bread Recipe
A delicious, flavorful, oil-free Persian Sangesari bread, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with vegan cheese, butter, and spreads.
Vegan Persian Cinnamon Rolls
This recipe is a twist on the traditional Western cinnamon roll and a traditional Persian Qottab. This Persian cinnamon roll is like a deconstructed Qottab with cardamom, rosewater, and walnut flavors. This recipe for Persian cinnamon rolls is tasty, easy, light, flaky, and perfect with a cup of tea.
Easy Vegan Shirini Papioni
Shirini-e-Papioni is a Persian bow-tie puff pastry dusted with powdered sugar. This dessert is only slightly sweet and perfect with a cup of tea. Our plant-based version is a twist on the traditional, using a vegan puff pastry.
Vegan Persian Love Cake
This is a recipe for a vegan Persian Love Cake. Said to hold magical love powers, it is delicious and aromatic with cardamom and rosewater. It's simple to make with plant-based yogurt and egg replacer.
Vegan Persian Adas Polo with Tofu Recipe
This vegan Persian Adas Polo with Tofu recipe is a plant-based version of the traditional Persian lentil rice dish, replacing meat with seasoned, baked tofu crumbles.
Sholeh Zard Recipe (Saffron Rice Pudding)
Sholeh Zard is a popular, easy-to-make, vegan-friendly Persian dessert. It's a saffron and rosewater rice pudding, traditionally garnished with cinnamon, almonds, and edible roses.




















