Isfahan beryan () is one of the traditional dishes of Isfahan, Iran, fried meat served on a piece of bread (usually sangak) with onion and greens on the side.
Although most Iranians call it "Beryani", its correct name is "Beryan". Locals from Isfahan are aware of this distinction, while the term "Beryani" in fact refers to the restaurants or shops where Beryan is prepared and sold. Therefore Beryan is cooked and sold in unique restaurants (Beryanis), and is not usually served along with other foods; locals call it "beryun" ().
Jean-Baptiste Tavernier has written about this food in his own journal. Jean Chardin has written two accounts about beryani. Abbas the Great's Noorullah, the personal chef, has also provided a recipe.
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