Homa HaftBijar Pickles

Hafte bijar torshi is a traditional torshi that’s been served in Iran for years. It’s a type of mixed vegetable pickle, so it’s also called torshi makhloot Hafte bijar and the golden mix.

Haft bijar torshi has a significant difference from other torshi makhloots (mixed vegetable pickles) and that is the use of aromatic herbs in it. When you chop these herbs, their rich taste and aroma seep into the torshi and create a fragrant miracle called Hafte bijar pickle.

Why is it called torshi Hafte bijar?

This torshi is made of 7 types of fruits and vegetables, and 7 aromatic herbs. It also contains 7 types of spices.

As you know, 7 is a lucky and holy number in Iran, reminding people of 7 seas and 7 skies. Some say this torshi traces back to the Bijar region. It’s also made in the north of Iran and Gilan.