Yogurt and Spinach Dip (Borani) Recipe
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One of the most delicious, easy to make and nutritious Persian side dish is the mixture of yogurt and spinach. It's called Borani-e Esfenaj. Preparation time is about 10 minutes and it makes about 4 servings.
Yogurt and Spinach Dip
Ingredients:
Serves 4
2 cups plain yogurt
2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and chopped or use a 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed
1 clove of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons walnuts, crushed
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
Wash and chop spinach into small pieces.
Place in a small pot with a half a cup of water, steam for ten minutes.
Drain and place spinach in a bowl.
Mix with 2 cups of yogurt, add salt and pepper.
Garnish with chopped walnuts.
Refrigerate for at least two hours.
Serve cold with warm pita bread.
Enjoy!
Recipe and photo by: Azita
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