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Echoes of a Thousand Nights

Erfan Tahmasbi’s 1001 Shab drifts through the heart of this Iranian meal‑prep journey like a soft, luminous thread, its guitar‑woven melodies echoing the warmth, nostalgia, and quiet poetry found in dishes like sabzi polo, khoresh bademjan, and saffron‑marinated chicken; the track’s gentle night‑time atmosphere mirrors the comforting depth of these recipes, turning each bite into a small story from a faraway kitchen where tradition, memory, and flavor intertwine.

🎶 🌎⚡🚙⛰️🌿🔋🌬️🌞🛣️🎶🌱🚗💨🔭 🔊 1001 Shab - Erfan Tahmasbi

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Nada brings the vibrant flavors of Iran straight into your meal‑prep routine, drawing inspiration from Cuisine Familiale d’Iran by Rochane Garajedagui — a beloved reference for anyone exploring the depth, generosity, and poetry of Iranian home cooking.

Each dish is designed to be fragrant, practical, and perfectly suited for batch cooking, all while honoring the soul of traditional recipes.

Here are three beautifully balanced Iranian dishes you can prepare ahead and enjoy all week. 🍽️🌿

1. Sabzi Polo & Spiced Fish 🐟🌿🍋

A fresh, aromatic classic turned into the perfect weekly lunch: herb‑infused rice, delicately seasoned fish, and a bright squeeze of lemon.

Ingredients (4 meal‑prep portions)

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 cup mixed herbs (dill, parsley, cilantro, chives)
• 4 fish fillets (cod, haddock, or salmon)
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then cook it with salt until fluffy.
2. Fold in the chopped herbs at the end of cooking.
3. Season the fish with turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Pan‑sear in olive oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
5. Portion the rice and fish into containers and add lemon wedges.
Meal‑prep tip: Add a handful of steamed green beans or spinach for extra freshness. 🌱

2. Khoresh Bademjan (Eggplant Stew) 🍆🍅🔥

A comforting Iranian stew made with eggplants, tomatoes, and your choice of meat or a plant‑based alternative. It’s one of those magical dishes that tastes even better after a day or two — perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients (4 portions)

• 2 large eggplants, sliced
• 300 g beef, lamb, chicken, or tofu
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• Salt & pepper
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Salt the eggplant slices and let them rest 20 minutes, then pat dry and fry until golden.
2. In a pot, sauté the onion with turmeric until fragrant.
3. Add the meat (or tofu) and brown lightly.
4. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
5. Add 1–2 cups of water and simmer 45 minutes.
6. Add the fried eggplants on top and simmer another 20 minutes.
Meal‑prep tip: Serve with rice or flatbread — it reheats beautifully. 🍚

3. Saffron Chicken & Tahdig‑Style Rice 🍗🌞🍚

A deeply Iranian duo: tender saffron‑marinated chicken paired with golden, crispy‑bottomed rice inspired by the iconic tahdig.

Ingredients (4 portions)

For the chicken:

4 chicken thighs
1 tbsp yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp saffron infused in 2 tbsp hot water
Salt & pepper

For the rice:

2 cups basmati rice
2 tbsp butter or oil
Pinch of saffron

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, lemon, saffron, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
2. Bake or pan‑sear until golden and cooked through.
3. For the rice, parboil the basmati until half‑cooked.
4. Melt butter in a pot, add a spoonful of rice to form the crispy base, then layer the rest on top.
5. Cover and steam on low heat 30–40 minutes until the bottom turns golden.
Meal‑prep tip: Break the tahdig into shards and place them on top of each portion to keep the crunch. 🔥

Why This Cookbook Matters 📚❤️

These three dishes highlight why Rochane Garajedagui’s Cuisine Familiale d’Iran is considered a culinary treasure. It captures the warmth, generosity, and storytelling of Iranian home cooking — and translates beautifully into modern meal prep. If you love Iranian flavors or want to bring more fragrance and comfort into your weekly routine, this book deserves a place in your kitchen.

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👉 If you’re curious to explore more of Rochane Garajedagui’s beautiful recipes, the book is available here — a lovely addition to any kitchen that loves Iranian flavors.

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