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Two Onion Potato Shirazi; A Taste from the Heart of Iranian Culinary Culture
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Two Onion Potato Shirazi; A Taste from the Heart of Iranian Culinary Culture

منبع تصویر: hamshahrionline.ir

By Euronews Farsi Editorial 2 min Read time 30,474

Two Onion Potato Shirazi is one of the popular and authentic Iranian dishes that has a special place in the hearts of the people due to its simplicity and unique flavor. This dish, made with potatoes and onions, is an excellent option for meals and can be served as a main dish or a snack.

Ingredients for Two Onion Potato

To prepare this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients:

  • Large potatoes (preferably Peshendi) – 2 pieces
  • Yellow onions – 4 pieces
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Tomato paste – 1 tablespoon
  • Turmeric – 1.2 teaspoons
  • Black pepper – 1.2 teaspoons
  • Salt – 1.2 teaspoons

How to Prepare Two Onion Potato

To start, fill a pot with water and place it on heat until it boils. Cut the potatoes into one-and-a-half centimeter cubes and add them to the boiling water. Let the potatoes boil for 5 to 7 minutes, then drain and set aside.

In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the finely chopped onions. Sauté the onions until they are soft and golden. Then add the tomato paste, turmeric, black pepper, and salt, and sauté the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes to release the aroma of the spices.

Add the drained potatoes to the pan and gently stir to coat all the potato cubes with the onions and paste. Allow the mixture to sauté for another 5 to 8 minutes over low heat to let the flavors combine well.

Serve Two Onion Potato Shirazi warm with fresh bread and your choice of side dishes. This simple and delicious dish evokes sweet memories and the rich culinary culture of Iran.

Note that in the Shirazi dialect, "Alu" means potato, and this dish has no relation to the fruit "Alu." The softer texture of this dish can be achieved by mashing the potatoes and mixing them with sautéed onions.

Source: hamshahrionline.ir