Fesenjan – Persian Walnut and Pomegranate Stew

Fesenjan (pronounced fessen-joon) is a Persian classic that is both tart yet sweet from the key ingredient of pomegranate, like a Persian answer to Chinese sweet and sour sauce. The flavours here are bold and unique and the mix of fruit with meat, sweet with savoury is characteristically Persian. Traditionally made with duck or chicken, this vegetarian version uses pumpkin and eggplant. Continue reading Fesenjan – Persian Walnut and Pomegranate Stew

Spinach Kofta Curry

Adapted from Christine Manfield’s recipe in Tasting India Recipe: Spinach Kofta Curry Ingredients: Koftas 500g Spinach leaves 2 tablespoons chickpea (besan) flour 1/2 teaspoon ground chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon ground tumeric 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon salt 1 small onion, finely diced 1 cup vegetable oil Sauce 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 onions, finely diced 2 teaspoons of Garlic ginger paste (available from Indian … Continue reading Spinach Kofta Curry