Here are seven classic dishes from Persian cuisine.

Ash Reshteh is a thick Persian noodle soup with beans, herbs, and noodles, flavored with garlic, onions, and kashk.

Dolmeh are grape leaves stuffed with rice, ground meat, and spices, simmered in tomato sauce.

Zereshk Polo is saffron-infused rice with tart barberries, often served with grilled or braised meat.

Tahdig is the crispy, golden layer of rice from the bottom of the pot, often enjoyed as a special treat with Persian stews.

Ghormeh Sabzi is a hearty Persian stew with fresh herbs, kidney beans, and lamb, flavored with dried limes and spices.

Kebabs are skewered and grilled meats, like koobideh (ground beef or lamb) and joojeh (chicken), often served with rice and vegetables.

Fesenjan is a stew with chicken or duck in a sweet and tangy sauce of ground walnuts and pomegranate juice.