Fesenjan as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Fesenjan is absolutely in that category. The fragrant and aromatic quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. fenugreek does work that no substitute can replicate.

the sofreh spread on the floor is the traditional Iranian dining setting. There's something about the a Tehran restaurant context that reinforces the comfort effect. doogh yoghurt drink alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.