Baked Egg Dish from Persia (Kuku) - Delicious Traditional Recipe

A Persian Frittata Twist: Kuku Sabzi

Baked Egg Dish from Persia (Kuku) - Delicious Traditional Recipe

This dish, with a lineage tracing back to the Arab eggah and Italian frittata, is none other than the Persian Kuku Sabzi - a simple yet delightful frittata that's sure to captivate your taste buds. Boasting a blend of familiar Western ingredients like spinach, cilantro, cumin, cardamom, it offers a unique Persian flavor. If you've been apprehensive about diving into Persian cuisine, this is a perfect introduction. And for seasoned enthusiasts, pair this dish with a salad or yogurt for your next culinary escapade.

What You'll Need:

While traditional Kuku Sabzi features the Persian herb mixture known as advieh, this recipe simplifies things by approximating the flavor with easily available ingredients you probably already have in your spice drawer.

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• Serves: 8-12
• Difficulty: Easy
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins

Ingredients (11)

1. Clarified butter or vegetable oil
2. 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
3. 1 teaspoon ground cumin
4. ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
5. ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
6. ½ teaspoon finely ground black pepper
7. 1 packed cup finely chopped spinach (about 3 oz)
8. 1 medium leek, white and pale green parts only, halved lengthwise, rinsed, and thinly sliced crosswise
9. 1/3 cup finely chopped Italian parsley
10. 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
11. 18 large eggs

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 325°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Coat a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with clarified butter or vegetable oil; set aside.
2. Mix together salt, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly combined. Add spinach, leek, parsley, and cilantro and mix until evenly coated.
3. In a second large bowl, whisk eggs until yolks are broken up. Pour egg mixture over greens and mix until evenly combined.
4. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake until firm in the center, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Slice into 8 to 12 pieces and serve warm or cold.

For an Aromatic Addition:

If you'd like to add a floral or aromatic dimension to your Kuku Sabzi, consider using:

1. Dried Lavender Buds: While not traditional, lavender can provide a floral note. Use sparingly, as lavender can be potent.
2. Saffron: A staple in Persian cuisine, saffron adds depth and warmth to many dishes.
3. Orange Blossom Water or Lemon Zest: These add a floral or citrusy note but are not traditional in Kuku Sabzi.
4. This particular recipe for Kuku Sabzi, a Persian twist on the traditional frittata, is categorized as 'unacategorized' in our collection, offering a unique fusion of Western and Eastern flavors.
5. For a nutrition-conscious approach, greens like spinach, cilantro, and parsley, featured in the Kuku Sabzi recipe, are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, boosting your daily intake of nutrients.
6. For those eager to learn more about Persian cuisine and enrich their culinary repertoire, creditline provides a wealth of resources and information on dishes like the Persian Kuku Sabzi.
7. Transforming this Persian Kuku Sabzi recipe into a vegetarian dish is easy by omitting certain spices, tailoring it to your preferences while still maintaining its original 'veggie-centric' essence.

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