When it comes to the most famous Iranian food from the perspective of foreign tourists, kebabs and then stews are the primary options. The globally renowned Iranian kebab is warmly embraced by many tourists owing to its appetizing flavor. Stews also entice numerous tourists due to their distinctive combinations. Hence, it can be asserted that these two categories of Iranian food are better recognized by foreign tourists.
The foods that I introduce to you in this blog in OverIran Tourism Magazine have not only been the most popular among foreign tourists in various polls, but they are also the best among Iranians themselves. You must try these dishes on your trip to Iran.
1. Ghormeh Sabzi Stew
The magical combination of red beans with various vegetables, meat, and Amani lemon is one of Iran’s national dishes. Ghormeh Sabzi is one of the most famous Iranian dishes in the world.
This stew has become the most popular dish among Iranians in various polls, and it has always ranked first or second in polls conducted among foreign tourists.
2. Gheymeh Stew
Ghee stew has different recipes in different regions of Iran and is cooked according to the taste of the people in each region. However, the main and most popular gheymeh stew is prepared as one of Iran’s national dishes with fried potatoes, peas, meat, and lemon.
3. Fesenjan Stew
Fesenjan stew is one of the most famous Iranian stews. A combination of walnuts, pomegranate paste, chicken, or minced meat has made Fesenjan stew one of the most expensive and famous Iranian dishes.
The interesting thing about this stew, often cooked at parties, is that people either like it sour or just sweet. Interestingly, both groups strongly defend their opinion. People who prefer it sour do not enjoy this food with a sweet taste at all, and vice versa. When traveling to Iran, be sure to try this dish in restaurants and let us know what you think.
4. Fish roe
Fish roe is one of the most delicious dishes in Iran and a local delicacy in the beautiful south of Iran. Fish, fenugreek, coriander, Indian stamp, pomegranate paste, garlic, and special spices are the main ingredients of fish roe.
Warning: After indulging in Iranian fish roe, your definition of delicious fish will change forever, and you may not experience such a taste again for the rest of your life.
5. Baghali polo with meat
Another popular Iranian food for foreign tourists is Baghali pilaf (baghali polo) with meat, especially sheep neck meat. Rice flavored with aromatic vegetables, beans, and saffron, along with mutton or veal, transforms the rice into a special and noble dish.
6. Shishlik
Shishlik is an old and special food from the eastern regions of Iran, especially Mashhad. It’s one of the expensive Iranian dishes prepared by grilling lamb ribs.
7. Sour kebab
The popular and famous kebab in the north of the country is sour kebab. Chicken, bird meat, or red meat flavored with pomegranate paste, walnuts, and aromatic vegetables from the northern regions have turned sour kebab into one of the most popular Iranian dishes for foreigners.
8. Ashreshteh
Ashreshteh is one of Iran’s nationally renowned food with worldwide fame. It’s prepared from a combination of various legumes such as peas, beans, and lentils along with vegetables and noodles, served with curd, hot mint, garlic, and red onion.
9. Abgoosht
If we want to think about the most traditional Iranian food or know the authentic taste of Iran according to the taste of tourists, usually the first option that comes to mind is Abgoosht. The food has been imprinted in our memories since childhood during family gatherings with its traditional customs and is still considered one of the popular dishes to revisit those memories during family weekend gatherings.
10. Zereshk polo with chicken
barberry pilaf (zereshk polo) with chicken is one of the simple yet mysterious and delicious Iranian dishes; the aroma of saffron rice and chicken will intoxicate you. This dish is a delicious combination of rice, barberry (Zereshk), chicken, and saffron, served in two ways: barberry pilaf with roasted chicken and fried chicken.
Finally
Due to its unique cultural and climatic diversity, Iran has various tourist Interests, one of which is delicious Persain food. Every city in Iran has its own food culture, and the variety of food in every city and every region can capture your attention.
The dishes that we introduced above are very popular among both tourists and Iranians. Be sure to try them on your trip to Iran.