Torshi Seer is a Persian fermented garlic preserved over many years, allowing it to deepen in flavor and become a true delicacy.| Proportional Plate
Sarsheer is a Persian version of thick, fresh cream that's often compared to kaymak, clotted cream, crème fraîche, or mascarpone.| Proportional Plate
Pomegranate Molasses can be tricky to find in the supermarket, so I'm giving you an easy way to make it at home with just pomegranate juice!| Proportional Plate
Khoresh Gheymeh is a robust and flavorful meat and split pea soup, instantly recognizable by the yellow split peas dotted throughout.| Proportional Plate
A foolproof step-by-step recipe to make Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian herb stew) with tender meat, fragrant herbs, and a tangy kick.| Proportional Plate
Hi, I’m Candice! I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and content creator behind Proportional Plate. I’m an Iranian-Jewish home cook turned food blogger, deeply inspired by the flavors of my childhood. Read more about Proportional Plate here. I grew up with the delicious smells of my mom’s cooking and an early appreciation for the wonderful variety...| Proportional Plate
Browse hundreds of delicious Persian, Jewish, and tea recipes. On this blog, you will find both traditional and fusion recipes.| Proportional Plate
A simple syrup recipe with flavor notes from the borage plant flowers. Think a mild sweet flavor like honey, with a crisp freshness.| Proportional Plate
Kashk is a dairy product that you can think as a creamy, cooked yogurt with a uniquely tangy, salty, sour flavor. We use it to add a creamy sourness to savory dishes like kashke bademjan or ash reshteh. Making homemade kashk is not difficult to do, especially if you don’t have access to a Persian...| Proportional Plate
This Persian Tea Latte is great hot or iced: bold black tea, fragrant cardamom, and your favorite latte milk poured over ice or served hot.| Proportional Plate
Kuku Sibzamini is what you get if you combine frittatas and hash browns. I always describe them like a squishier, savory hash brown.| Proportional Plate
All you need to make sugar cubes at home is sugar and water. But today, I’m adding a luxurious twist: saffron. Inspired by my love for saffron nabat, a traditional Persian saffron rock candy often enjoyed with tea, I’m creating saffron ghand, saffron-infused sugar cubes. These little golden gems capture the same rich, aromatic flavor... The post Saffron Sugar Cubes (Saffron Ghand) appeared first on Proportional Plate.| Proportional Plate
Persian fried onions are a flavor powerhouse, slow-cooked until caramelized and rich with even a little crispy browning on the edges.| Proportional Plate
This chicken shawarma might just be the most flavorful, juicy, and tender chicken you’ll ever taste. This is one of those recipes that seriously delivers on flavor even though the prep is very simple. I take boneless chicken thighs and season them generously with my 5-minute shawarma seasoning, bake them on a sheet pan for... The post Boneless Skinless Chicken Shawarma appeared first on Proportional Plate.| Proportional Plate
Shawarma seasoning is a magical mix of spices that helps your chicken or steak reach unbelievable heights of flavor. A popular Mediterranean meat seasoning for good reason, this brings together an unbeatable combo of smokiness, warmth, citrus, and peppery notes. Once you’ve gathered your spices, it takes next to no time to mix them together... The post 5-Minute Shawarma Seasoning Recipe appeared first on Proportional Plate.| Proportional Plate
Most recipes call for you to "bloom" the saffron before you use it. Here are the best two ways to do it.| Proportional Plate
This Tahini Caesar Dressing with Pickle Juice is a creamy, tangy twist on the classic Caesar—made without anchovies or egg yolks, but still full of bold, punchy flavor thanks to the pickle juice and tahini. It’s perfect for hearty winter salads, grain bowls, or drizzled over roasted veggies. I like to save the lighter romaine-based... The post Tahini Caesar Dressing with Pickle Juice appeared first on Proportional Plate.| Proportional Plate
This Cardamom Whipped Cream is a warm, spiced whipped topping that tastes luxurious, lightly floral, and extra special.| Proportional Plate
The unique, woody, earthy, and musky flavor of Persian dried limes (limoo amani) is used in Persian stews like gheymeh & ghormeh sabzi.| Proportional Plate
With every bite of these easy Cardamom Shortbread Cookies, you'll taste rich & classic buttery shortbread cookies uplifted by cardamom spice.| Proportional Plate
Calling all cocktail, kombucha, preservers, and soda fans! I've got a sour cherry shrub that is sure to knock your socks off!| Proportional Plate
This sour cherry & honey galette is sweetened with a little honey, and the tartness of the sour cherries makes for the ideal flavor balance.| Proportional Plate
You can thank my mamanjoon for this tart and tangy Sour Cherry Infused Vodka. It's easy, and only takes 3-7 days to infuse.| Proportional Plate
Make homemade rose water with either fresh or dried rose petals. It's a versatile ingredient to have for refreshing beverages & baking.| Proportional Plate
Quench your thirst with a crisp and refreshing mint lemonade that packs a bright mint flavor in just 5 minutes and three ingredients.| Proportional Plate
Infuse lemonade with a floral twist to make lavender lemonade. It's everything you want: a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and soothing.| Proportional Plate
Time for this zingy and spicy ginger lemonade to become your new favorite summer drink! It's sweet but with an irresistible ginger tang.| Proportional Plate
Indulge your senses with an exquisite rose simple syrup. This syrup adds a subtle floral sweetness to hot beverages, cocktails, and desserts.| Proportional Plate
Combine 3 ingredients to create this cool and refreshing mint simple syrup. Use it in tea & coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and baked goods.| Proportional Plate
This fresh ginger root cake has an entire cup of freshly grated ginger, giving it that gingery spiciness and zing that you'll love!| Proportional Plate
A place for you to learn what foods feel good to you and stop feeling guilty about your food choices. Let’s make food that feels good!| Proportional Plate
This infused rosemary simple syrup is an earthy and woodsy ingredient perfect for creating fun cocktails and mocktails.| Proportional Plate
Citrusy lemonade joins fragrant roses in this gorgeous rose lemonade. It's ready in 5 minutes with very minimal effort. Perfect for parties!| Proportional Plate
Elevate cocktails, teas, and coffees with easy homemade lavender simple syrup. You only need 3 ingredients, and it's sweet floral heaven!| Proportional Plate