Description
Persian Jeweled Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines basmati rice with a colorful array of nuts, dried fruits, and a hint of saffron, making it a perfect centerpiece for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups basmati rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon saffron threads
2 tablespoons hot water
1 tablespoon butter
0.5 cup slivered almonds
0.5 cup pistachios
1 large onion thinly sliced
0.5 cup dried apricots chopped
0.5 cup raisins
0.25 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons candied orange peel
2 tablespoons butter or ghee for cooking
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in the hot water and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat, add the sliced onion, and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the slivered almonds and pistachios, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the dried apricots, raisins, dried cranberries, and candied orange peel, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, mixing to combine all the ingredients.
- Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt along with the saffron water. Stir gently and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and add the remaining butter or ghee before serving.
Notes
For an extra special touch, you can garnish the rice with additional nuts and fruits before serving.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Persian Jeweled Rice, Basmati Rice, Saffron Rice, Festive Rice Dish, Persian Cuisine