Source: Tehran Times
Iran's saffron ice cream or bastani, scented with saffron, rosewater and pistachios, is among the world's 50 best desserts, according to CNN. From a lightly golden color to its distinctive aroma, the creamy treat is the essence of spring. By tradition, this Iranian ice cream is a favorite at Nowruz, the Persian New Year.
Persian ice cream sandwiches, or bastani-e nooni, is a feast for the senses. The gorgeous hue of saffron ice cream. The aroma of rosewater. The smooth texture of the creamy treat countering the crispy wafers and crunchy sprinkling of pistachios. It's the perfect summer treat. pic.twitter.com/UqPWiUMoAh
— Atlas Obscura (@atlasobscura) May 9, 2018
"It is a memorable experience on its own, and its flavor alone easily snags a
spot among the world's greatest frozen desserts."
For the complete bastani experience, though, opt for a traditional Iranian ice
cream sandwich of saffron ice cream between two thin wafers. The wafers' mild
flavor and crispy texture are the perfect foil -- and conveniently shaped handle
-- for the rich and aromatic ice cream.
This Persian rosewater-and-saffron ice cream is traditionally made into ice cream sandwiches, but it's just as good plain: https://t.co/TEbXgPerhG
— Food & Wine (@foodandwine) May 28, 2018
According to
CNN, the shortlist comes from unofficial elections of the stomach,
both have been voted to a permanent place in the world's food hall of fame.
"Head to any country to find tender slices of Italian tiramisú at the bottom of
cafe menus or sniff out the creamy scent of Hong Kong's dan tats in cities
around the globe."
Cool down at these 9 ice cream and gelato spots in L.A. https://t.co/SLe28UA9Dd 🍨 Our favorite flavors include creamy rosewater and pistachio-studded saffron 😋 #losangeles pic.twitter.com/5Wc0as71J5
— Discover Los Angeles (@discoverLA) April 9, 2018
Persian ice cream is dissimilar to other common forms of ice cream. It is made
of milk and dairy that is heated before other specialized ingredients are added.
The dairy is skillfully mixed with saffron, rosewater, frozen clotted cream, and
saleb (natural binder extracted from orchid). It is then served topped with
pistachio nuts.
South America's Alfajores, Austria's Apfelstrudel, Turkey's Baklava, Sweden's
Cardamom Buns, and Brownies from the U.S. are among the CNN's best desserts as
well.
Fragrant #Persian #saffron & #rose #Icecream (#Bastani) sold @WholeFoodsUK &other cool creamy sweet fusions 4 #UK's hot #summer days by @darlishicecream, #StAlbans! #PersianLanguage #Farsi #PersianFood @AfsanehKaviani @ArianaBundy @sinaiee_maryam @PersianMamaBlog @SimisKitchen pic.twitter.com/w4SIudarKu
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