Food & Drink in Karaj

Karaj, Iran

Fereni Feast

Food & Drink

Dive spoon-first into a bowl of Fereni, the creamy, dreamy rice flour pudding that's been stealing hearts in Karaj. Flavored with rosewater and topped with cinnamon, this silky-smooth treat will hug your insides and leave you floating on cloud nine!

Sohan-e Qom Indulgence

Food & Drink

Indulge your sweet tooth with Sohan-e Qom, the crunchy, buttery Persian brittle that hails from nearby Qom but has found a sweet spot in Karaj. Loaded with pistachios, saffron, and cardamom, it's like biting into a slice of Persian history, sugar-coated for your snacking pleasure!

Beryooni Bonanza

Food & Drink

Get ready to rock your palate with Beryooni, Karaj's own meaty masterpiece. Picture tender, juicy lamb liver wrapped in layers of fat, then grilled to crispy-outside, melt-in-your-mouth-inside goodness. Pair it with fresh herbs and a chunk of warm bread, and boom — you've got yourself a winner!

Kale Pache Conqueror

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Brace yourself for the bold, the brave, the belly-warming Kale Pache. This traditional Persian breakfast stew of sheep's head and feet might sound intense, but its rich, gelatinous texture and hearty flavor make for a morning ritual that'll set you up like a king for the day!

Halim Bademjan Hijinks

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Roll up your sleeves for a dive into the creamy, eggplanty goodness of Halim Bademjan. Imagine silky, smoked eggplant purée mixed with tender shredded meat, whey, and a pinch of kashk for that tangy zing. Top it off with caramelized onions, mint oil, and a fistful of walnuts for a crunch that'll have you saying, 'More please!'