Main Dishes⚖️Harmonious Hot & Cold (Garm o Sard)

Kofteh Berenji (2) (Rice Meatballs)

کوفته برنجی سنتی با سبزی معطر

I recently visited my parents and made a second type of Kofteh Berenji with their help. The first one I had made was a bit different and included lapeh (split yellow peas). The balls I made in my other Kofteh Berenji recipe were larger, and the ones in this one were much smaller and stuck together far better. If you want something light and tasty I definitely recommend this!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 min
Servings
4-6 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Kofteh Berenji (2) (Rice Meatballs)
The Authentic Sofreh Pairing

In Persian tradition, dining is a harmony of hot and cold temperaments (Garm o Sard). Serve this dish alongside:

Warm Sangak BreadPersian Pickles (Khiarshoor)Salad ShiraziFresh Sabzi Khordan
✨Persian Kitchen Tradition

Layering Aromatics: Build flavor from the ground up with golden caramelized onions (piyaz dagh), earthy turmeric bloomed in warm oil, and patience over gentle heat—allowing herbs, spices, and tart accents to meld into a balanced bite.

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