Many of us are counting down the days until the clocks tick forward on March 28, bringing with it lighter evenings and the prospect of an outdoor sunset. But what I was really looking forward to was the Persian New Year – known as Nowruz – which falls on March 20 this year.
I was born in Tehran and the Persian New Year is a big deal for my family and a real celebration of spring. It focuses on a feast of light, vibrant dishes with pounds of herbs and a glorious centerpiece of rice – the equivalent of the traditional Christmas turkey!
Since the party will be limited to my bubble this year, I’ve shared a simplified version of what I would normally serve. Fish, like rice, is a classic Persian New Year dish, and we love the chick.
There’s always a yogurt dish – the golden raisins in my Swiss chard version make it addictive; and the kuku, a bright green Persian frittata, uses the new season’s wild garlic.
Everything is served on platters, plates and bowls, filling the table with color and inviting everyone to feast – Persian style.
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The best Persian recipes to celebrate spring or the Iranian New Year 2022
This bright, fresh baby lettuce salad is tossed with a vibrant basil and mint vinaigrette topped with feta and Greek yogurt. Perfect all year round, but especially in spring and summer.
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This notice was published: 2022-03-11 11:13:52
