Reshteh Polow - Rice and Noodles: For Nowruz (Persian New Year)

There's still a few weeks left until the official start of  Spring/Spring equinox and Nowruz (Persian New Year). Iranians and many of the neighboring countries celebrate this ancient tradition and each year welcome the nature's rebirth and rejuvenation by starting the traditional khaneh tekani (spring cleaning). Khaneh tekani literally means to "shake the house" by cleaning every nook and

Khoresh-e Bamieh-o-Bademjan - Eggplant and Okra Stew

This stew is a perfect combination of fresh okra and tender eggplants simmering in a luscious tomato sauce along with browned lamb cubes. Even if you're not too crazy about okra this delicious khoresh would most likely change your mind. There's something magical about the combination of eggplant, okra, tomatoes and lime juice. This eggplant and okra stew could also be made with ghooreh (unripe