Herbaceous Iranian Kuku Sabzi with Walnuts and Barberries

Name: Herbaceous Iranian Kuku Sabzi with Walnuts and Barberries
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh parsley; 1 cup fresh cilantro; 1 cup fresh dill; 1 cup fresh chives or scallions; 5 large eggs; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 cup dried barberries; 1/4 cup walnuts; 3 tablespoons olive oil

A fragrant Persian frittata bursting with flavor

This vibrant Persian frittata, known as Kuku Sabzi, is packed with fresh herbs, tangy barberries, and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for a light meal or as a starter.

45 min
6
Easy

Ingredients

Herb Mixture

2 cups fresh parsley

chopped

1 cup fresh cilantro

chopped

1 cup fresh dill

chopped

1 cup fresh chives or scallions

chopped

Egg Mixture

5 large eggs

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 teaspoon turmeric

Fillings

1/4 cup dried barberries

soaked and drained

1/4 cup walnuts

chopped

For Cooking

3 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation

Preparing the Herb Mixture

Wash and Dry Herbs

Thoroughly wash and dry all herbs.

Ensure the herbs are completely dry to maintain the texture of the frittata.

Chop the Herbs

Finely chop parsley, cilantro, dill, and chives.

Combine Herbs

Combine all chopped herbs in a large mixing bowl.

Preparing the Egg Mixture

Beat the Eggs

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

Season Eggs

Add salt, black pepper, and turmeric to the eggs, mixing thoroughly.

Add Fillings

Stir the soaked barberries and chopped walnuts into the egg mixture.

Adjust the herb ratios to your preference for a personalized flavor.

Cooking Process

Combine Mixtures

Gently fold the egg mixture into the prepared herbs until evenly combined.

Timing: 5 min

Heat the Pan

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Initial heating: Medium heat

Cook the Frittata

Pour the herb and egg mixture into the skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Timing: 25-30 min; cook at medium-low heat without lid

Plating & Serving