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Borani

Borani is a traditional Iranian appetizer that is prepared with yogurt and spinach. It is also common in Persian Jewish cuisine and in Turkey.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Persian

Ingredients

  • 2 lb fresh spinach , washed, stemmed and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions , chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 16 oz. Greek yogurt
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 12 kernels walnut
Equipment
  • Dutch oven

Instructions

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  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat and then add the onion. Brown gently until it becomes translucent.
  2. Add the garlic and mix well. Sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Add the spinach, mix well and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
  4. When the spinach has warmed, transfer them to a bowl, add the yogurt, salt, pepper, and mix well.
  5. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve and sprinkle with walnuts.