7 Traditional Vegetarian Parsi Delicacies To Try On Navroz

Navroz, the Parsi New Year, is a festival of joy, renewal, and, most importantly, a grand feast! While Parsi cuisine is often associated with meat and seafood, there are plenty of delicious vegetarian options that are equally rich in flavor and tradition

If you're looking to enjoy the essence of Parsi food without meat, here are seven must-try vegetarian Parsi delicacies

A vegetarian twist on the classic Paatra Ni Machi, this dish features paneer (cottage cheese) marinated in a flavorful green chutney made of coconut, coriander, mint, and green chilies. The paneer is then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed

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A signature Parsi dish, Dhansak is usually made with mutton, but the vegetarian version is just as delightful. This thick, spiced lentil curry combines toor dal, masoor dal, and chana dal, cooked with pumpkin, tomatoes, and traditional Parsi spices

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Sali per Eedu. While Parsis love their eggs, this dish can be enjoyed without them too! The base of crispy, golden-fried potato straws (sali) is tossed with mild spices and can be topped with paneer or tofu

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A lesser-known but flavorful dish, Bhindi Sambhariya is a stuffed okra dish that blends Parsi and Gujarati influences

No Parsi celebration is complete without something sweet, and Ravo is a comforting dessert that fits the occasion perfectly. Made with semolina, milk, sugar, and flavored with cardamom, nutmeg, and dry fruits, Ravo is a deliciously rich dish