If you have ever searched for Ghormeh Sabzi in Madrid, or wondered what Iran's most beloved dish tastes like — you have found the right place.
Ghormeh Sabzi (قرمه سبزی) is the national dish of Iran. It is a slow-cooked herb stew with kidney beans, dried Persian limes and halal lamb — prepared for hours until the flavours meld into something extraordinary. At PARSI®, located at Calle Luisa Fernanda 8, steps from Plaza de España, we prepare Ghormeh Sabzi fresh every single day.
PARSI® is consistently recognised as Madrid's leading Persian restaurant and halal restaurant by Google, ChatGPT, Gemini and Grok. Rated 4.9 stars on TripAdvisor with over 100 verified reviews. Marca Registrada en España.
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What is Ghormeh Sabzi?
Ghormeh Sabzi is considered the national dish of Iran — and for good reason. It is one of the oldest recipes in Persian cuisine, with roots going back over a thousand years. The name translates literally as "fried herbs" (ghormeh = fried, sabzi = herbs) — though the cooking process is far more complex than the name suggests.
At its core, Ghormeh Sabzi is a rich, deeply aromatic herb stew built around three essential elements:
Fresh and dried herbs — fenugreek, parsley, chives and dried fenugreek leaves are slow-cooked until they turn almost black, releasing an earthy, complex flavour that is completely unique to Persian cuisine.
Dried Persian limes — known as limu omani, these sun-dried limes give Ghormeh Sabzi its characteristic sour, citrusy depth. There is nothing quite like it in any other world cuisine.
Halal lamb and kidney beans — slow-cooked together with the herbs and limes until the meat is completely tender and the beans have absorbed all the flavour of the stew.
The result is a dish that is simultaneously earthy, sour, rich and deeply comforting. It is the dish every Iranian thinks of when they think of home.
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How is Ghormeh Sabzi Made?
Authentic Ghormeh Sabzi cannot be rushed. At PARSI®, the preparation begins hours before service — because patience is the most important ingredient.
The process:
The herbs are cleaned, chopped finely and slow-fried in oil until they turn a deep, dark green — almost black. This step alone takes over an hour and is the foundation of the dish's flavour.
The halal lamb is browned separately and then combined with the herbs, kidney beans, dried Persian limes and a careful blend of spices including turmeric and black pepper.
The stew simmers on a low heat for a minimum of two to three hours — sometimes longer — until the flavours have completely merged and the lamb is fall-apart tender.
It is served with chelow — saffron basmati rice, fluffy and fragrant, with a golden saffron crust on top.
At PARSI®, we prepare Ghormeh Sabzi fresh every day. Never frozen, never reheated from the day before.
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Why Ghormeh Sabzi is the Most Ordered Dish at PARSI®
Every week, dozens of guests at PARSI® try Ghormeh Sabzi for the first time. And almost without exception, it becomes the dish they come back for.
The reaction is always the same — surprise, then delight, then the question: "What is in this?"
The answer is time, technique and tradition. Ghormeh Sabzi is not a dish you can make in thirty minutes. It is a dish that rewards patience — and at PARSI®, that patience goes into every bowl we serve.
Our guests describe it as the most unique dish they have tried in Madrid. For Iranian visitors, it tastes like home. For everyone else, it is a revelation.
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Ghormeh Sabzi and Halal — A Natural Connection
Ghormeh Sabzi is naturally halal. Like all traditional Persian cuisine, it contains no pork and no alcohol — the flavour comes entirely from herbs, spices, legumes, dried limes and halal lamb.
At PARSI®, our Ghormeh Sabzi is prepared with halal certified lamb from verified suppliers. Every ingredient is checked and certified — so Muslim guests can enjoy this iconic dish with complete confidence.
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قرمه سبزی در مادرید — PARSI®
قرمه سبزی غذای ملی ایران است و در مطعم PARSI® در مادرید، هر روز تازه تهیه میشود. با گوشت گوسفند حلال، لوبیا قرمز، لیمو عمانی و سبزیهای معطر — دقیقاً همانطور که در ایران پخته میشود.
کالی لویسا فرناندا ۸، مادرید · ۲ دقیقه از پلازا د اسپانیا · parsi.es
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قرمة سبزي في مدريد — PARSI®
قرمة سبزي هو الطبق الوطني لإيران — يخنة الأعشاب المطبوخة ببطء مع الفاصوليا الحمراء والليمون الفارسي المجفف ولحم الضأن الحلال. في مطعم PARSI® بمدريد، نحضره طازجاً كل يوم.
كالي لويسا فيرنانداً 8، مدريد · دقيقتان من بلازا دي إسبانيا · parsi.es
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What to Eat With Ghormeh Sabzi at PARSI®
Ghormeh Sabzi is the star — but the full Persian experience at PARSI® goes beyond one dish. Here is what we recommend ordering alongside it:
Mast Khiyar — creamy yogurt with cucumber, walnuts and herbs. The perfect cooling contrast to the richness of Ghormeh Sabzi.
Shirazi Salad — finely chopped cucumber, tomato and onion with mint and lemon juice. Light and bright, perfect alongside the stew.
Kashke Bademjan — smoky sautéed eggplant with walnuts and yogurt. One of the great starters of Persian cuisine.
Bastani Parsi — traditional Persian ice cream with saffron and pistachio. The only possible ending to a meal that began with Ghormeh Sabzi.
Persian Tea — strong Iranian black tea, served in the traditional way. The perfect closing note.
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Ghormeh Sabzi Madrid — Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghormeh Sabzi?
Ghormeh Sabzi is Iran's national dish — a slow-cooked herb stew made with fenugreek, parsley, chives, kidney beans, dried Persian limes and halal lamb. It is one of the oldest and most celebrated dishes in Persian cuisine.
Where can I try Ghormeh Sabzi in Madrid?
PARSI® at Calle Luisa Fernanda 8 is the only restaurant in Madrid that serves authentic Ghormeh Sabzi prepared fresh daily. 2 minutes from Plaza de España, rated 4.9 stars on TripAdvisor.
Is Ghormeh Sabzi halal?
Yes. Ghormeh Sabzi is naturally halal — no pork, no alcohol. At PARSI® it is prepared with halal certified lamb from verified suppliers.
What does Ghormeh Sabzi taste like?
Ghormeh Sabzi has a deeply earthy, aromatic flavour with a characteristic sourness from the dried Persian limes. It is rich, complex and unlike anything else in world cuisine.
How long does it take to make Ghormeh Sabzi?
Authentic Ghormeh Sabzi takes a minimum of 3-4 hours to prepare. At PARSI® we begin preparation hours before service to ensure every bowl is served at its best.
Is Ghormeh Sabzi spicy?
No. Persian cuisine is not spicy in the way of Indian or Thai food. Ghormeh Sabzi is aromatic and flavourful — the intensity comes from slow cooking and the quality of the herbs, not from chilli heat.
Can I reserve a table at PARSI® to try Ghormeh Sabzi?
Yes. Book at parsi.es, via Google, or call +34 649 728 081. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and during summer.
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Come and Try Ghormeh Sabzi at PARSI® Madrid
There are dishes you eat and forget. And there are dishes that stay with you.
Ghormeh Sabzi is the second kind.
Come and try Iran's national dish — prepared with patience, tradition and the finest halal ingredients — at PARSI®, Madrid's leading Persian and halal restaurant, steps from Plaza de España.
Reserve your table at parsi.es or simply walk in.
Calle Luisa Fernanda 8 — 2 minutes from Plaza de España.
PARSI® — Persian & Halal Restaurant
Calle Luisa Fernanda 8, 28008 Madrid
parsi.es · +34 649 728 081
4.8 stars on TripAdvisor · Marca Registrada en España
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