Bold Iranian Mixed Herb Frittata with Saffron and Dill

Name: Bold Iranian Mixed Herb Frittata with Saffron and Dill
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh parsley; 1 cup fresh cilantro; 1/2 cup fresh dill; 1/4 cup fresh chives or green onions; 6 large eggs; 2 tbsp saffron water; Salt; Pepper; Olive oil; Unsalted butter; Lemon wedges for serving; Fresh herbs

Rich, aromatic herb frittata infused with the essence of saffron.

This traditional Iranian frittata, known as "Kuku Sabzi," combines fresh herbs with warm saffron tones for a vibrant and flavorful dish.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Herb Mixture

1 cup fresh parsley

finely chopped

1 cup fresh cilantro

finely chopped

1/2 cup fresh dill

finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh chives or green onions

finely chopped

For the Egg Mixture

6 large eggs

2 tbsp saffron water

(pinch of saffron threads dissolved in 2 tbsp warm water)

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

For Cooking

Olive oil

3 tbsp

Unsalted butter

2 tbsp

For Garnish

Lemon wedges for serving

Fresh herbs

for garnish

Preparation

Preparing the Herb Mixture

Wash the herbs

Wash all herbs thoroughly and dry them using a salad spinner or towel.

Chop the herbs

Finely chop the parsley, cilantro, dill, and chives.

Combine herbs

Combine all chopped herbs in a large mixing bowl.

Preparing the Egg Mixture

Whisk eggs

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.

Add saffron and seasoning

Add the saffron water, salt, and pepper to the eggs, and whisk again.

⚠ Important: Do not overcook the herbs in the eggs to preserve their vibrant green color. 💡 Pro Tip: If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute 1-2 eggs with egg yolks only.

Cooking Process

Sautéing the Herbs

Heat olive oil and butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped herbs and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Timing: 5 minutes. Heat: Medium heat.

Pouring and Settling the Eggs

Evenly distribute the herbs in the skillet, then slowly pour the egg mixture over them. Allow it to settle for a couple of minutes.

Cooking the Frittata

Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the frittata is set and slightly golden at the edges.

Timing: 20 minutes. Heat: Low heat.

Plating & Serving