Borani Esfanaaj

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 16

Healthy and delicious Borani Esfanaaj recipe from Persian cuisine

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

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Borani Esfanaaj is a Persian dish made with spinach and yogurt. It is a healthy and delicious vegetarian option that can be served as a dip or a side dish. The spinach in this recipe is cooked with caramelized onions and garlic, which adds a flavorful touch to the lightly spiced and creamy yogurt. This dish is perfect for those looking for a healthy and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed anytime.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the spinach thoroughly and remove any hard stems
2.	Boil water in a large pan, add spinach and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender
3.	Drain the spinach in a colander and give it a cold shower. Squeeze out as much water as possible and chop the spinach into small pieces
4.	In a frying pan, sauté the onions until caramelized. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes
5.	Add spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix well and sauté for another 5 minutes
6.	Mix the cooked spinach, onions, and garlic with yogurt in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7.	Serve chilled with Pita bread or crackers

PROS

Borani Esfanaaj is a healthy and tasty dish, packed with vitamins and minerals.

The spinach in this recipe is full of iron, calcium, and vitamin K.
Yogurt adds probiotics, which can improve gut health.

CONS

This dish contains dairy, which may not be suitable for some people with lactose intolerance.

The high fiber content in spinach may cause digestive discomfort for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The main ingredient in this dish is Spinach, which can help reduce oxidative stress and prevent chronic diseases.
The yogurt used in this recipe contains probiotics, which can improve gut health and boost the immune system.

	1 kg fresh spinach
	250 g yogurt
	2 onions , thinly sliced
	4 cloves garlic , finely chopped
	oil
	salt
	black pepper