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    Best Nowruz Recipes

    Published: Mar 12, 2023 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    Check out our awesome Nowruz recipes for the Persian New Year! From classics such as ash reshteh and sabzi polo to sweets such as raisin cookies, we have everything you need for an authentic Nowruz celebration!

    Check out our best Nowruz recipes that you can make for the Persian New Year! From classics such as ash reshteh and sabzi polo to sweets such as raisin cookies, we have them all here for you to try!
    Table Of Contents:
    • What is Nowruz?
    • Nowruz Main Dishes
    • Nowruz Sides and Basics
    • Nowruz Cookies and Treats
    • More Recipe Collections
    • Step-by-Step Recipe
    • Best Nowruz Recipes

    What is Nowruz?

    Nowruz is the vernal equinox, which is the first day of spring in the northern hemisphere and usually falls on March 21st or the previous/following day depending on where you live. This marks Persian New Year and is celebrated by many around the world. A key part of Nowruz celebrations is making the dishes that are specific to this special time of year.

    Nowruz Main Dishes

    Stuffed Fish with Pomegranates and Walnuts - Persian Style

    Stuffed Fish with Pomegranates and Walnuts - Persian Style
    Persian style stuffed branzino is a keeper. Filled with a mixture of onions, peppers and walnuts, this fish will be the star of the table.
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    Stuffed fish a new way of serving fish that is very tasty! The filling includes pomegranates and walnuts!
    This stuffed fish is a new way to serve fish! It is stuffed with a delicious pomegranate and walnut mixture and is perfect for any occasion.

    Sabzi polo (Persian herb rice)

    Sabzi Polo (Persian Herb Rice)
    Sabzi Polo is a delicious Persian Herb Rice that is usually served with fish for the new year. Sabzi Polo has a crispy lettuce Tahdig that's hard to resist! 
    Sabzi Polo is a delicious Persian Herb Rice that is usually served with fish for the new year. Sabzi Polo has a crispy lettuce Tahdig that's hard to resist!

    Grilled Branzino

    Mediterranean Grilled Branzino Recipe
    This grilled branzino recipe with a Mediterranean twist is a must-try! The fish is marinated with a herb and lemon mixture, then grilled to perfection and topped with a bright tomato herb relish. Trust me, there's a feast of flavors in every bite.
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    This grilled branzino recipe with a Mediterranean twist is a must-try! The fish is marinated with a herb and lemon mixture, then grilled to perfection and topped with a bright tomato herb relish. Trust me, there's a feast of flavors in every bite.

    Ash Reshteh (Persian noodle soup)

    Ash Reshteh (Persian Noodle Soup)
    Ash Reshteh is a popular Iranian soup that's simple, easy and very flavorful. This vegetarian Persian soup is made with herbs, legumes and caramelized onion, perfect for any day of the year.
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    Ash Reshteh is a popular Iranian soup that's simple, easy and very flavorful. This vegetarian Persian soup is made with herbs, legumes and caramelized onion, perfect for any day of the year.

    Joojeh kabab

    Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)
    Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon. 
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    Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon.

    How To Make Saffron Rice

    How To Make Saffron Rice
    Learn how to make the best saffron rice. This is an easy rice recipe with delicious tahdig that you can make at home. 
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    Learn how to make the best saffron rice. This is an easy rice recipe with delicious tahdig that you can make at home.

    Persian Steamed White Rice - Chelow

    Persian Steamed White Rice - Chelow
    Persian rice is the key element of Persian cuisine. This post will help you master the essential Persian rice with a crispy golden crust, known as tahdig.
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    Persian rice is the key element of Persian cuisine. This post will help you master the essential Persian rice with a crispy golden crust, known as tahdig.

    Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust

    Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust
    Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust is the base for many Persian Dishes!
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    Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust is the base for many Persian Dishes!
    Persian Style Rice with Crispy Golden Crust is the base for many Persian Dishes!

    Zereshk Polo Morgh - Persian Barberry Rice with Chicken

    Zereshk Polo Morgh - Persian Barberry Rice with Chicken
    Zereshk polo morgh is one of the most famous dishes in Persian cuisine. It's full of wonderful flavors such as saffron, turmeric and barberry.
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    Zereshk polo morgh is one of the most famous dishes in Persian cuisine. It's full of wonderful flavors such as saffron, turmeric and barberry.

    Best Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

    Best Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe
    Try the best braised lamb shank recipe ever written! Lamb shanks are slow cooked in a rich spiced sauce until fall-off-the-bone-level fork tender! Serve this restaurant-quality dish with rice, potatoes or even risotto.
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    Try the best braised lamb shank recipe ever written! Lamb shanks are slow cooked in a rich spiced sauce until fall-off-the-bone-level fork tender! Serve this restaurant-quality dish with rice, potatoes or even risotto.

    Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Stew)

    Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Stew)
    Fesenjan is a traditional Persian pomegranate and walnut chicken stew. It's sweet and sour with a rich nutty flavor, served over rice. The chicken is cooked in a rich walnut and pomegranate sauce until tender, making this a luscious and delicious meal.
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    Fesenjan is a traditional Persian pomegranate and walnut chicken stew. It's sweet and sour with a rich nutty flavor, served over rice. The chicken is cooked in a rich walnut and pomegranate sauce until tender, making this a luscious and delicious meal.

    Ghormeh Sabzi - Persian Herb Stew

    Ghormeh Sabzi - Persian Herb Stew
    Ghormeh Sabzi is among the most essential Persian recipes. It is often considered to be the national dish of Iran and its rich, aromatic flavor is celebrated in Persian communities around the world. Consisting of flavorful herbs and lamb, ghormeh sabzi is a cornerstone of Persian cuisine.
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    Ghormeh Sabzi is among the most essential Persian recipes. It is often considered to be the national dish of Iran and its rich, aromatic flavor is celebrated in Persian communities around the world. Consisting of flavorful herbs and lamb, ghormeh sabzi is a cornerstone of Persian cuisine.

    Persian Chicken with Saffron

    Persian Chicken with Saffron
    Persian Chicken and Saffron is a traditional dish that can be served with several different side dishes. This amazing dish is made with the golden spice and is bursting with enchanting flavors from a land far far away.
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    Persian Chicken and Saffron is a traditional dish that can be served with several different side dishes. This amazing dish is made with the golden spice and is bursting with enchanting flavors from a land far far away.

    Persian Savory Saffron Cake - Tahchin

    Persian Savory Saffron Cake - Tahchin
    Persian Savory Saffron Cake - Tahchin is a very delicious traditional Persian rice dish full of saffron and other great flavors. Usually served with chicken, this tahchin recipe is surprisingly easy to make!
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    Persian Savory Saffron Cake - Tahchin is a very delicious traditional Persian rice dish full of saffron and other great flavors. Usually served with chicken, this tahchin recipe is surprisingly easy to make!

    Persian Dill Rice with Peas

    Persian Dill Rice with Peas
    Dill rice with peas is a vegan Persian recipe that is made in one pot with only 5 ingredients. This simple, aromatic side dish is ready in 30 minutes and is perfect for any occasion and you can serve it with chicken, beef or seafood.
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    Dill rice with peas is a vegan Persian recipe that is made in one pot with only 5 ingredients. This simple, aromatic side dish is ready in 30 minutes and is perfect for any occasion and you can serve it with chicken, beef or seafood.

    Nowruz Sides and Basics

    Kashke Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Dip)

    Kashke Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Dip)
    Kashke bademjan is a simple Persian eggplant dip that is made with a handful of ingredients. This tasty vegetarian dip is full of amazing flavors and makes for a perfect appetizer!
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    Kashke bademjan is a simple Persian eggplant dip that is made with a handful of ingredients. This tasty vegetarian dip is full of amazing flavors and makes for a perfect appetizer!

    kuku Sabzi (Persian herb frittata)

    Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herb Frittata)
    Kuku Sabzi is a Persian Herb Frittata that can be baked in the oven and is topped with barberries and walnuts. It's a great recipe to use up all the herbs!
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    Kuku Sabzi is a Persian Herb Frittata that can be baked in the oven and is topped with barberries and walnuts. It's a great recipe to use up all the herbs!

    How To Bloom Saffron

    How To Bloom Saffron
    Learn how to bloom saffron in 20 minutes. This no fail technique lets you get the most out of saffron and use it in numerous recipes.
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    Learn how to bloom saffron in 20 minutes. This no fail technique lets you get the most out of saffron and use it in numerous recipes.

    Mast o Khiar - Persian Yogurt and Cucumber Dip

    Mast o Khiar - Persian Yogurt and Cucumber Dip
    Mast o Khiar is a traditional Persian yogurt and cucumber dip that is light and flavorful. It's ready in 15 minutes and can be served with main dishes or as an appetizer with some chips or pita bread.
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    Mast o Khiar is a traditional Persian yogurt and cucumber dip that is light and flavorful. It's ready in 15 minutes and can be served with main dishes or as an appetizer with some chips or pita bread.

    Zeytoon Parvardeh - Marinated Olives with Walnuts

    Marinated Olives with Walnuts
    Marinated Olives made Persian style! Delicious olives marinated with walnuts, pomegranate molasses and herbs make a fantastic combination that is full of flavor!
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    Marinated Olives made Persian style! Delicious olives marinated with walnuts, pomegranate molasses and herbs make a fantastic combination that is full of flavor!

    Salad Shirazi (Persian Cucumber Tomato Salad)

    Salad Shirazi (Persian Cucumber Tomato Salad)
    Salad Shirazi is a Persian cucumber tomato salad that's easy to prepare and packed with flavors. This classic Persian salad can be served with any main dish. 
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    Salad shirazi is a classic Persian salad made with 3 ingredients.

    Nowruz Cookies and Treats

    Qottab (Walnut filled pastry)

    Walnut Filled Persian Pastry - Qottab
    Qottab is a Persian pastry filled with walnuts is a delicious traditional treat from Iran. Delicate and flaky dough is filled with a combination of walnuts and cardamom - making this the perfect Persian dessert! 
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    Qottab Persian walnut filled pastry.
    Qottab is a Persian pastry filled with walnuts is a delicious traditional treat from Iran. Delicate and flaky dough is filled with a combination of walnuts and cardamom - making this the perfect Persian dessert!

    Shirini Keshmeshi (Persian raisin cookies)

    Persian Raisin Cookies (Shirini Keshmeshi)
    These Persian raisin cookies are ready in 30 minutes and are perfect for any day of the year. They're buttery and crispy around the edges, and so soft on the inside!
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    These Persian raisin cookies are ready in 30 minutes and are perfect for any day of the year. They're buttery and crispy around the edges, and so soft on the inside!

    Nan Panjereh (Persian rosettes)

    Nan Panjereh - Persian Rosettes
    Nan Panjereh - Persian Rosettes is a traditional Persian cookie that is crisp and light. Once you find the technique, it is easy and fun to make!
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    Nan Panjereh - Persian Rosettes is a traditional Persian cookie that is crisp and light. Once you find the technique, it is easy and fun to make!

    Persian Cardamom Muffins - Cake Yazdi

    Persian Cardamom Muffins - Cake Yazdi
    Persian Cardamom Muffins – Cake Yazdi is a traditional Iranian/Persian recipe for delicious muffins that are filled with Persian flavors. The combination of rose water and cardamom is always great.
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    Persian Cardamom Muffins – Cake Yazdi is a traditional Iranian/Persian recipe for delicious muffins that are filled with Persian flavors. The combination of rose water and cardamom is always great.

    How To Make Persian Tea At Home

    How To Make Persian Tea At Home
    Iranians drink tea any time of the day. Persian tea is a national drink that's more than just a beverage. Learn how to make Persian tea at home. 

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    Iranians drink tea any time of the day. Persian tea is a national drink that's more than just a beverage. Learn how to make Persian tea at home.

    POFAKI GERDOOYI (PERSIAN WALNUT COOKIES)

    Pofaki Gerdooyi Persian Walnut Cookies
    Pofaki gerdooyi is a classic Nowruz (Persian New Year) cookie recipe that can be ready in 30 minutes. These cookies are very easy to make and naturally glute-free!
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    Persian walnut cookies also called pofaki gerdooyi are perfect for Nowruz Persian New Year.
    Pofaki gerdooyi Persian walnut cookies on a plate.

    PERSIAN COCONUT COOKIES (SHIRINI NARGILI)

    Shirini Nargili (Persian Coconut Cookies)
    Shirini nargili are Persian coconut cookies made with a handful of ingredients. These cookies are naturally gluten-free and don't need any chilling time.
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    Shirini nargili are Persian coconut cookies made with a handful of ingredients. These cookies are naturally gluten-free and don't need any chilling time.

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    Best Nowruz Recipes

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    Check out our awesome Nowruz recipes for the Persian New Year! From classics such as ash reshteh and sabzi polo to sweets such as raisin cookies, we have everything you need for an authentic Nowruz celebration!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Dessert, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine Persian
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 430 kcal

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    • Sample menu: Sabzi polo with stuffed fish followed by Shirini keshmeshi and a cup of Persian tea.

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    Calories: 430kcal
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