A modified version of the classic Kalam Polo Shirazi, transformed into a hearty and flavorful stew. This dish features tender meatballs simmered with sautéed cabbage, onions, and a blend of aromatic Shirazi spices, without the traditional rice component.

Key ingredients

Meatballs, cabbage, onions, Shirazi spices

If you order it anyway

Explicitly request 'no rice'. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato sauce or stew base.

If you order it anyway, say this (Persian)

لطفاً بدون برنج سرو شود. اطمینان حاصل کنید که شکر به سس گوجه‌فرنگی یا پایه خورشت اضافه نشده است.

Please serve without rice. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato sauce or stew base.

Watch out for

Traditional version contains rice and sometimes chickpeas in meatballs; ensure these are omitted. Hidden sugars in commercial tomato paste.

Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.