Spiced KeftaDavid, 29 Apr 09:32 AM Persian food, like many of the foods from a region that's often broadly referred to as the Middle East, takes cue
Persian food, like many of the foods from a region that's often broadly referred to as the Middle East, takes cues from a variety of influences and cultures as people traverse borders and bring their delicious foods with them. Which is why the food in America is so diverse; people have gifted us with foods from their homelands, such as tacos, sushi, pizza, beer, and bagels. Similarly, France has been blessed to have beans for cassoulet, chocolat chaud (hot chocolate), and croissants. As a cook, I like dipping into various cuisines and cultures and lately, I've been working on Tahdig, a Persian rice dish that's cooked on the stovetop until the bottom gets crusty, which can take an hour or longer, and requires some patience. Once done, you take a leap of faith and turn it out onto a plate so the crispy part (the tahdig) forms a golden, crackly crown on top of a bed of fragrant, saffron-infused rice…if you do it right. Continue Reading Spiced Kefta... | | | |
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