Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup reshteh khoshkar (Persian noodles)
- 1/2 cup barberries
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Special Equipment Needed:
- Large pot
- Medium skillet
- Wooden spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the garlic and onion and cook until the onion is softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the mushrooms and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the vegetable broth and water and bring to a boil.
6. Add the reshteh khoshkar and cook until the noodles are tender, about 10 minutes.
7. Add the barberries and cook for 2 minutes.
8. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 4
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 6g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Olive oil can be substituted with any other cooking oil.
- Mushrooms can be substituted with any other type of mushroom.
- Vegetable broth can be substituted with chicken broth or beef broth.
- Reshteh khoshkar can be substituted with any other type of noodle.
- Barberries can be substituted with any other type of dried fruit.
Variations:
- The spices can be adjusted to taste.
- The vegetables can be changed to any other type of vegetable.
- The noodles can be replaced with any other type of pasta.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to cook the noodles until they are tender.
- If the noodles are too soft, add a little more water.
- If the noodles are too hard, add a little more broth.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve in a large bowl with a sprinkle of parsley on top.
Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
- Sliced almonds
- Crumbled feta cheese
Pairings:
- Grilled vegetables
- Roasted potatoes
- Steamed rice
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Greek salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Hummus
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the noodles are too soft, add a little more water.
- If the noodles are too hard, add a little more broth.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the dish in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food History:
Reshteh khoshkar is a traditional Persian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is typically served as a side dish or as a main course.
Flavor Profiles:
This dish has a savory flavor with a hint of sweetness from the barberries. The spices add a depth of flavor and the mushrooms add a meaty texture.
Serving Suggestions:
This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It can also be served with a dollop of Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce.
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Region: Iranian