Sohan is a traditional Iranian sweet based on caramel. It originates from the city of Qom. Sohan is crunchy, with a rich flavor of saffron, pistachios, and cardamom. It is traditionally sold in decorative tins, making it a perfect culinary souvenir.
Nan-e ghandi, known as Persian sweet bread, is a traditional Iranian pastry with a soft, fluffy texture and a sweet taste. The name comes from the Persian words "nan" (bread) and "ghand" (sugar), which reflect its main characteristic. Nan-e ghandi is a symbol of hospitality, served with tea or coffee at family and social gatherings.
Pashmak is a traditional Iranian confection with a fluffy, fibrous texture resembling cotton candy. Its name in Persian means "small wool." The delicate sugar fibers of pashmak are created through a labor-intensive process of stretching and pulling a mixture of sugar syrup, flour, and sesame oil. Pashmak originates from the city of Yazd, known for its confectionery production.
Habeh anab is an Iranian jujube cube. This is a traditional sweet made from the pulp of the jujube fruit. These small cubes are created by compressing and drying the jujube pulp, which gives them a naturally sweet taste reminiscent of dates. In Iran, they are eaten on their own or added to tea and desserts.
Gaz is a traditional Iranian confection resembling nougat. It is made from egg whites and a natural sweet sap called manna, complemented by pistachios or almonds. It originates from the city of Esfahan, where it has been produced since the Safavid dynasty. Originally a delicacy for the nobility, gaz is now a symbol of Esfahan’s confectionery and a popular souvenir.
Nabat is traditional Iranian crystallized sugar. It consists of large, transparent or yellowish crystals, often on sticks. It is mainly used to sweeten tea. Apart from Iran, it is also popular in other Middle Eastern and South Asian countries.
Haji badam is a traditional Iranian sweet made from almonds. It originates from the historic city of Yazd, which is famous for its desserts and confectionery. This small, round treat with a golden color and crunchy texture is made from ground almonds, sugar, egg yolk, saffron, and cardamom.
Lavashak is a thin sheet of dried fruit purée with a distinct sweet-and-sour taste and a slightly chewy texture. It is made from various types of fruit, cooked into a purée, strained, and dried. This method of fruit processing has a long history in Iran, serving as a practical way to preserve seasonal produce. Similar products can also be found in Georgia and Turkey.
Loz is a traditional Iranian sweet made from ground almonds. It is distinguished by its delicate texture, distinct flavor, and typical diamond shape. There are many variations, such as coconut, saffron, or orange blossom extract. Loz is a staple of Iranian confectioneries.
Faloodeh Yazdi is a traditional cold dessert from the city of Yazd. It consists of thin starch noodles soaked in thick syrup made from rose water and sugar. Unlike the more widespread Faloodeh Shirazi, which contains slushy ice, Faloodeh Yazdi is characterized by its thicker syrup and the addition of water-absorbing seeds.
