Sweets
Persian Ice Cream Sandwich
Saffron, rose water, and pistachios combine in a fragrant, sweet-savory treat.
Bastani-e nooni is a feast for the senses. The gorgeous yellow hue of saffron ice cream. The aroma of rose water. The smooth texture of the cool, creamy treat countering the crispy wafers and crunchy sprinkling of pistachios.
Iran has made many lasting contributions to the world of frozen desserts, from the universally beloved sherbet (sharbat) to the noodle-accented treat known as faloodeh to ancient ice-storing towers. Comparatively, the Persian ice cream sandwich is a far more modern treat. But what the dessert lacks in history, it more than makes up for in its alluring aroma, beauty, and flavor.
Where to Try It
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Mansour Ice Cream
Molla Sadra St., Vanak, Tehran, IranThis humble shop is a favorite in Tehran.
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This elegant Persian eatery in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn makes an equally elegant ice cream sandwich.
Written By
listeningdaisy
Sources
- food52.com/blog/19050-the-surprising-middle-eastern-origin-of-a-very-american-dessert
- www.foodandwine.com/recipes/rosewater-and-saffron-ice-cream-bastani-irani
- www.nytimes.com/2016/04/06/dining/saffron-and-rose-persian-ice-cream-shop-los-angeles.html
- www.thecut.com/2018/03/a-dinner-party-to-celebrate-nowruz-the-persian-new-year.html
- www.bastanitehran.com/how-to-make-persian-ice-cream-at-home/
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