Nowruz – Cooking for the Persian New Year

Persian cuisine is a celebration of bold flavors, fragrant herbs, and satisfying textures. Whether you’re looking to expand your cooking skills or simply craving something deeply comforting and delicious, these three recipes—Kookoo Sabzi, Ashe Reshteh, and Baghali Polo—are a must-try.


Get your ingredients ready, **follow the do-ahead tips**, and let’s bring these incredible dishes to life!

What’s Cooking

These recipes not only introduce you to rich Persian culinary traditions but also make for a fun and rewarding cooking experience. Whether you’re chopping fresh herbs, stirring a simmering pot of Ashe Reshteh, or flipping a perfectly golden slice of Kookoo Sabzi, each step brings you closer to a plate full of flavor and culture.

Kookoo Sabzi​

Kookoo Sabzi is a vibrant herb-packed frittata, bursting with the flavors of fresh greens, walnuts, and optional barberries for a sweet-tart contrast. It’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and pairs beautifully with warm bread and feta.

RECIPE

Ashe Reshteh

Ashe Reshteh, a thick and hearty noodle and bean soup, is the ultimate Persian comfort food. Infused with the earthy aroma of dried mint and slow-cooked onions, this dish is traditionally served to bring luck and nourishment—perfect for a cozy night in.

RECIPE

Baghali Pol

Baghali Polo, a delicate yet aromatic rice dish layered with tender fava beans and fragrant dill, is a simple but elegant side that complements any meal. It’s a staple in Persian households, often paired with stews or enjoyed on its own.

RECIPE

7:30pm, Tuesday, March 18, 2025

This free virtual class will be live on Zoom from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.
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GUEST CHEF

Siavash Haghtalab

what to expect

Live Classes

You can chat with the chefs, follow step-by-step and ask questions in real-time.

Prep Help

You will receive recipes in advance so you can shop for ingredients before the class

Zoom

Classes are on Zoom, so you can cook in your own kitchen—or just watch from the couch.

Recipes

Featured in this cooking class:

Kookoo Sabzi​

Kookoo Sabzi is a vibrant herb-packed frittata, bursting with the flavors of fresh greens, walnuts, and optional barberries for a sweet-tart contrast. It’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and pairs beautifully with warm bread and feta.

RECIPE

Ashe Reshteh

Ashe Reshteh, a thick and hearty noodle and bean soup, is the ultimate Persian comfort food. Infused with the earthy aroma of dried mint and slow-cooked onions, this dish is traditionally served to bring luck and nourishment—perfect for a cozy night in.

RECIPE

Baghali Pol

Baghali Polo, a delicate yet aromatic rice dish layered with tender fava beans and fragrant dill, is a simple but elegant side that complements any meal. It’s a staple in Persian households, often paired with stews or enjoyed on its own.

RECIPE