Description
Persian Jeweled Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Ingredients
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- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons boiling water (for saffron)
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 cup almonds, slivered
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup caramelized onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Fresh herbs (e.g., cilantro, parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rinsed rice in water for at least 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of boiling water.
- In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked rice and salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the rice is partially cooked. Drain the rice and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped pistachios, slivered almonds, and caramelized onions if using. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large serving bowl, layer half of the partially cooked rice. Drizzle half of the saffron water over the rice. Then, add half of the sautéed nut mixture and half of the dried fruits. Repeat the layers with the remaining rice, saffron water, nuts, and dried fruits.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or a lid. Cook on low heat for about 30 minutes.
- After steaming, fluff the rice with a fork to mix in the ingredients.
- Transfer the Persian Jeweled Rice to a serving platter and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use high-quality basmati rice for best results.
- Feel free to adjust the nuts and dried fruits according to your preference.
- Caramelized onions add a unique flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Persian Jeweled Rice, Rice Recipe, Persian Cuisine