Today in episode 174, we’ll explore the essential kitchen tools and gadgets needed to cook delicious Persian food – and the surprising part is, you may already have most of them!

Persian cuisine is full of rich flavors, diverse textures, and comforting dishes. We want to encourage you to embrace cooking Persian food in the new year: Get ready to be the chef in your own kitchen and try making some classic Persian dishes or new modern twists!

Podcast episode is broken into 2 categories:

• The Basics

• Specialty Tools that make Persian cooking easier, faster, more convenient

Why make Persian food?

• Health benefits

• A way to connect with family traditions or challenge yourself in the new year

• Can layer flavors and create delicious meals with short ingredient lists and easy techniques.

Gather your tools, pick a recipe and get cooking!

Send us your pics and cooking experiences with us and we’ll try to share it on our social pages.

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Opening and closing music composed by Amir Etemadzadeh, www.amirschoolofmusic.com

Recipes referenced:

Persian Salad Olivieh

Tips and tricks on how to make Persian style Salad Olivieh potato salad with eggs and chicken.

Persian Style Saffron Braised Lamb Shank

Persian Jeweled Tahchin

Maast-o Laboo – Persian Beets and Yogurt

Kateh Persian Rice with Tahdig

Podcast production by Alvarez Audio