Sabzi polo is a brilliant green version of the famous Persian “polo,” or pilaf, rice dishes. The green comes from a variety of herbs that give an otherwise plain dish a sublime flavor.
Tag: Cilantro
Sabzi Polo
Kookoo Sabzi
(Persian herbed omelet)
A kookoo — also spelled kookoo-ye, kuku, or kou-kou — is an Iranian open-faced omelet similar to an Italian frittata.
Garo
(Georgian walnut, cilantro and garlic sauce)
This wonderfully bright and refreshing herb and nut sauce is perfect for topping roast chicken, drizzling over vegetables or simply spreading on a slice of bread.
Dhanya Chatni
(Indian cilantro chutney)
The bright, fresh flavor of the cilantro and citrus bite of the lemon juice make this chutney a perfect match with many Indian dishes and curries.
Bánh Mì
(Vietnamese baguette sandwich)
The foundation of this versatile sandwich is French: baguette, mayonnaise and sometimes paté. But everything else in the Saigon sub is pure Vietnamese.
Niortskali
(Georgian garlic and cilantro sauce)
The simple, straightforward flavors of this zesty Georgian garlic sauce pair well with a variety of grilled meats and poultry.
Jocón
(Guatemalan chicken in tomatillo-cilantro sauce)
Jocón or pollo en jocón is a dish popular with the Mayan population of Guatemala. Chicken is simmered in a tasty sauce tinted a beautiful green by tomatillos and cilantro.
Pollo Asado Colombiano
(Colombian roast chicken with cumin and cilantro)
Colombians make an excellent roast chicken, well seasoned with the flavors of citrus and spice.
Pebre
(Chilean cilantro sauce for grilled meats)
Pebre is a spicy herb sauce commonly served in Chile as a condiment with grilled meats, poultry or seafood.
Arroz con Pato
(Peruvian duck with rice)
Arroz con pato is the tasty Peruvian version of the chicken and rice dish arroz con pollo that is found in many Latin cuisines. In Peru, duck is preferred.