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Kuku sabzi (Iranian herb frittata)

An Iranian herb frittata bound with egg and cooked covered over low heat. The quantities make 4 servings.

Kuku sabzi is distinguished by its generous amount of herbs and just enough egg to hold them together. This version combines parsley, cilantro, dill, and green onion; preparation time is an estimate.

Total time45 min
DifficultyEasy
servings4
Kuku sabzi (Iranian herb frittata)
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Method

  1. 01

    Prepare the herbs

    Wash and dry the parsley, cilantro, dill, and green onion thoroughly. Finely chop them.

    Ready to continue when: The herbs are dry and finely chopped.

    5 min
  2. 02

    Beat the eggs

    Beat the eggs with the fine salt and ground turmeric until well combined.

    Ready to continue when: The egg mixture is evenly colored, with no clumps of turmeric.

    2 min
  3. 03

    Combine the herbs and eggs

    Add the chopped herbs to the beaten eggs and mix until evenly distributed and lightly bound.

    Ready to continue when: The herbs are coated with a thin layer of egg, but are not submerged in it.

    2 min
  4. 04

    Cook the first side

    Heat the olive oil in a wide frying pan. Pour in the mixture and spread it evenly. Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.

    Ready to continue when: The edges are set, and the base lifts from the pan without breaking apart.

    20 min
  5. 05

    Turn and finish cooking

    Use a plate to turn the kuku, then slide it back into the pan and cook the other side for 10 minutes.

    Ready to continue when: The kuku is firm in the center and browned on both sides.

    10 min

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