Ice cream is one of the most delicious and popular desserts and it is very diverse in terms of taste, this dessert has a special place among Iranians, especially among kids and even adults. Traditional ice cream is one of the Iranian masterpieces that has gained so much popularity over time. In this article we’re going to talk about all of the advantages and nutritional value of traditional ice cream, so follow us through the end.
About Iranian ice cream
Traditional Iranian ice cream is yellow with saffron flavor and pieces of cream and pistachio. The most important ingredient of this ice cream is a type of flour that makes it elastic. Saffron ice cream is prepared with rose water and saffron and no preservatives are used.
The history of Iranian ice cream
There is no exact history of making ice cream in Iran.
Ice cream was initially available in yellow with saffron(saffron ice cream) and white with vanilla(vanilla ice cream) and became popular.
It can be said that the originality of ice cream dates back to the era of Naseruddin Shah when ice cream making became very popular that day. The most famous ice cream shop in Tehran made a special ice cream that was very popular at that time.
Different types of Iranian ice creams
There are different types of ice creams. It can be said that compared to other countries, Iranian ice cream is different in terms of cream, rose water, and saffron used inside it. In the following, we introduce some popular ice creams among Iranians:
Traditional ice cream
Iran is known as the birthplace of traditional ice cream, which is made from saffron and is considered one of the masterpieces of Iran. Traditional ice cream made from a unique combination of saffron, rose water, pistachio seeds, milk, and flour is among the best cold desserts in the world. This delicious ice cream is unique to Iranians and was invented by Mashdi Malairi.
Iranian saffron has an attractive yellow color is used in traditional ice creams and has a wonderful taste. Usually, saffron ice cream is served as a sandwich between traditional thin ice cream cones, which creates a more delicious taste. Also, the combination of traditional ice cream with Faloodeh is one of the most delicious and popular desserts.
Alaska
It is a handmade ice cream and its main base is milk, water, or fruit juice, with a little sweetener if desired, we can make a delicious, colorful, and attractive ice cream that will bring you a good feeling in the heat of summer.
Rashti Eskimo is also considered a type of Alaska, but with the taste of wild plums, and this ice cream is mainly famous in the north of Iran, especially for travelers who are looking for this cold and sour dessert in the old markets of Rasht.
Fruit ice cream
Fruit ice creams are found in many parts of the world and are also known as ice cream scoops and are always part of the menu of ice cream shops and are very diverse in terms of color and taste. They are tempting and have gained popularity over time.
The advantages and nutritional value of Iranian ice cream
This ice cream is not only delicious but also has a lot of advantages and nutritional value because of the existence of milk, cream, saffron, rosewater, and pistachio:
- Traditional ice cream contains huge amounts of calcium because of that it can improve the density and strength of your bones and prevent osteoporosis while you’re aging.
- The protein inside of this delicious ice cream can build and repair muscle textures in your body.
- The vitamin K inside of Iranian ice cream can increase the circulation of blood in your body open the blocked cells and prevent blood clots.
- eating traditional ice cream can have a positive influence on your mental system because of the vitamin B12 inside of it.
- The antioxidant capabilities found in traditional ice cream saffron can destroy free radicals that cause a lot of damage to your body and lead to many deadly diseases such as cancer.
- By having delicious ice cream, we can decrease the symptoms of depression, and be happier.
- Women who struggle with premenstrual syndrome before menstruation can relieve their mental and physical symptoms by eating traditional ice cream.
Conclusion
Tourists who travel to Iran will definitely try this traditional ice cream among other Iranian foods. If you are in Dubai and have a craving for saffron ice cream, visit Vernos Cafe and Restaurant and experience the wonderful taste of this ice cream.
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