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Borani Bademjoon

Borani Bademjoon from above
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Borani Bademjoon from the side
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Staff pitch

This is house-made yogurt with smoked eggplant and sumac. It's a great side with beef and lamb kebabs.

Service steps

  • Serve along with the main dishes.
  • Take sides first, then the main dishes.

Context

- Borani is said to be named after Purandokht, the Sasanian princess and bride of Caliph al-Ma’mun, after an exquisite eggplant dish was served at their lavish 9th-century wedding feast. This ancient Persian dish, featuring eggplant and yogurt, remains a beloved staple appetizer today.