Panir Sabzi

No Persian table is properly set without sabzi khordan — a platter of fresh herbs, radish and spring onion served with feta cheese and walnuts. It’s eaten throughout the meal: wrapped in flatbread, tucked beside kebab, or simply by the leaf.

The herbs cleanse and brighten between rich bites, the feta adds salt and cream, and the walnuts add crunch. Order it for the table with warm nan and you’ll understand why Iranians consider fresh herbs a food group of their own.