In this podcast episode Beata and Bita explore Persian cookies which are often presented on the Persian New Year Norooz sofreh haft-seen table spread, weddings, and special occasions. They also include a simple recipe for Naan Berenji Persian Rice Flour cookies to inspire their listeners.
What makes Persian cookies unique:
Occasions and traditions to serve and enjoy Persian cookies:
Naan Berenji | Persian Rice Flour Cookies recipe share
Ask the Beats
The Beats ask each other about their favorite type of cookie
Bita’s response - Naan berenji | Persian rice flour cookies, Russian tea cakes, any home-baked cookie that is made using powdered sugar.
Beata’s response - Naan nokhodchi, naan gerdooee (crunchy exterior, soft walnut interior), kaak - diamond shaped delicate layered cookie
Podcast episode references:
Episode 6 Shirini | Persian Desserts
Episode 9 Persian Tea | Chia
Modern Persian Food Podcast: 3 part series about Norooz/Nowruz
Episode 22: Norooz part 1: Prelude to Persian New Year and Charshambeh Souri
Episode 23: Norooz Part 2, Persian New Year Haft-Seen and Food
Episode 24: Norooz Part 3: Persian New Year Sizdah Bedar
Bita’s recipe for Naan Berenji | Persian Rice Flour Cookies
All Modern Persian Food episodes can be found at: Episodes
Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperately Addicted to Food!
Co-host Bita Arabian blog: Oven Hug - Healthy Persian Recipes | Modern Persian Recipes
Podcast production by Alvarez Audio
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