The Tehran Grand Bazaar is not only a historic market but also a rich tapestry of Persian cuisine's past and present. As one of the oldest trading centers in Tehran, the bazaar has been a focal point for cultural exchanges and the spreading of various gastronomies throughout its corridors for centuries. It has witnessed the transformation of Iranian culinary practices with the influence of numerous traders, settlers, and conquerors bringing spices, recipes, and cooking techniques from the Silk Road and beyond. Today, the bazaar continues to play a pivotal role in the city's culinary scene, offering a wide range of traditional Iranian foods, spices, and sweets.
1. Tahchin – Non-Veg: A savory saffron rice cake often filled with chicken or other meats and a layer of crusty rice at the bottom.
2. Ash Reshteh – Veg: A thick Persian soup made with herbs, legumes, and noodles, topped with kashk (a fermented whey product).
3. Joojeh Kebab – Non-Veg: Grilled marinated pieces of chicken often skewered and cooked over an open flame.
4. Kashk-e Bademjan – Veg: An eggplant dip that is flavored with kashk, fried onions, garlic, and mint.
5. Fesenjan – Non-Veg: A rich and tangy stew made with ground walnuts and pomegranate syrup, typically served with chicken or duck.
6. Kuku Sabzi – Veg: A traditional Persian herb frittata, blended with various greens and spices, and occasionally mixed with walnuts and barberries.
7. Mirza Ghasemi – Veg: A smoky aubergine (eggplant) dip made with tomatoes, garlic, and eggs, originating from Northern Iran.
8. Zereshk Polo – Non-Veg: A dish of fluffy Basmati rice mixed with sour barberries and often served alongside chicken.
9. Faludeh – Veg: A cold dessert consisting of thin vermicelli noodles made from cornstarch in a semi-frozen syrup made from sugar and rose water.
10. Ghormeh Sabzi – Non-Veg: An herb stew combined with kidney beans, dried limes, and lamb or beef, touted as Iran's national dish.
Moslem Restaurant
Address: Panzdah-e Khordad St, Tehran Grand Bazaar, Tehran, Iran
Famous Food: Tahchin (Non-Veg)
Sharaf El Islam Restaurant
Address: Tehran Grand Bazaar, Tehran, Iran
Famous Food: Chelow Kebab (Non-Veg)
Ashe Makhsoos Banoo
Address: Near Bazaar, Tehran, Iran
Famous Food: Ash Reshteh (Veg)
Haj Ali Darvish Tea House
Address: 371 Imam Khomeini St, Panzdah-e-Khordad, Tehran Grand Bazaar, Tehran, Iran
Famous Food: Traditional Iranian Teas and Sweets (Veg)
Malek Cafe & Restaurant
Address: Adjacent to Malek Mosque, Tehran Bazaar, Tehran, Iran
Famous Food: Dizi (Non-Veg), which is a traditional Iranian lamb stew.
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