Persian Seafood

Along Iran’s Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf coasts, seafood takes on different flavors through herbs, citrus, garlic, and regional spice blends. Sabzi polo ba mahi pairs herb-flecked rice with fish, especially around Nowruz, while southern-style fish may feature tamarind, chili, and coriander. Shrimp dishes from the south often carry a more assertive, spicy character.