Golpar

Heracleum persicum

spice

Ground winged seeds with a powerful, slightly bitter, aniseed scent, on boiled fava beans, pomegranates and Iranian pickles.

Origin

Iran

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The powder is sprinkled raw, by the pinch, just before serving; the whole seeds also flavor soups.

Did you know?

In Iran, it is sprinkled on pomegranate wedges and boiled fava beans sold in the street.