iranian/persian and rice

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Recipes

Kateh - Iranian Simple Rice

Posted by littlemafia  

I think this way of making rice comes from the North of Iran. I prefer this to the more classic polow as it's less work to do and it's faster.My husband has a very interesting way to check if the rice it's done:he spits a little on his finger and... MORE»

Recipe #394264

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Iranian Eslamboli Polou (Rice With Ground Meat)

Posted by littlemafia  

A quick Iranian dish and very popular. Leave out the meat and make it a vegetarian dish. Make sure to soak the rice 3-4 hours prior to cooking. MORE»

Recipe #394245

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Iranian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard) (Dairy Free & Glu

Posted by UmmBinat  

This beautiful traditional Persian dessert is now a favorite of ours. This version is not overly sweet. Saffron, one of the most precious and most expensive spices in the world gives this pudding it's beautiful golden colour and rewarding flavour.... MORE»

Recipe #391045

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Sholeh Zard- Saffron Rice Pudding

Posted by Sephardi Kitchen  

This Persian dessert is absolutely delicious! Although it takes awhile to cook, it is fairly low-maintenance. Adapted from Najmieh Batmanglij's "Persian Cooking for a Healthy Kitchen". MORE»

Recipe #384528

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Cheat's Quick Persian Rice (Polow)

Posted by Chef #1325826  

This is a quick, short-cut version of the usual Persian Rice (Polow) recipe. Like most short-cuts, the outcome will not be as impressive as following the traditional, longer method but, if you're in a rush and want a decent quality steamed... MORE»

Recipe #382597

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Traditional Bahraini Muhammar - Sweet Rice Dish

(2 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is one of the most famous Bahraini dishes. It is a sweet rice dish which is typically served with fish. I just wanted to add: this recipe calls for 6 cloves, HOWEVER, I think it REALLY ONLY NEEDS 2 cloves! MORE»

Recipe #304145

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Stunning Javaher Polow - Persian Jewelled Rice

Posted by Um Safia  

Javaher Polow is one of the most famous Persian dishes in the world. It is absolutely stunning to look at - so much so that you might even feel a bit guilty eating it! There are a few stages to making this rice but honestly it isn't difficult... MORE»

Recipe #290475

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Al Kabsa - Ancient Arabian Chicken and Fragrant Rice

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

This classic Arabian dish is Saudi Arabian in origin, and is believed to originate from the nomadic Bedouin tribes centuries ago. Arabic cuisine has its roots in tent cookery. Nomadic tribes could use only transportable foods such as rice and... MORE»

Recipe #290003

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Adas Polo

Posted by maryannatwork  

or Lentil Pilau, a Persian recipe from "Sephardic Cooking" by Copeland Marks. (I included soaking time in 'passive cooking time'.) MORE»

Recipe #284645

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Easy Green Bean Tomato & Rice

Posted by Chef #751431  

Easy one pot version of Iranian Loobia Polo MORE»

Recipe #284005

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Middle Eastern Raisin Rice

(5 reviews) Posted by Sahtein  

A twist on a Middle East recipe with a splash of Afghan and Central Asia. MORE»

Recipe #257813

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Saffron Steamed Basmati Rice (Persian Polow)

Posted by Cookgirl  

Use only basmati rice, please. From our local newspaper. MORE»

Recipe #253159

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Qormeh Sabzi

(1 reviews) Posted by One Little Deer  

Iranian stew. The main ingredients are a mixture of sauteed herbs, including fenugreek, leek, spring onions, parsley, spinach and cilantro. This mixture is cooked with kidney beans, dried limes, and lamb, beef or chicken. It is best served with... MORE»

Recipe #253002

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Iranian Rice - a Different Way...

Posted by Oregongirl45420  

This is my own variation of Bhagala Polo (apologies to Iranian cooks everywhere!). It is not the least bit authentic, but boy is it good! It's good hot or cold (I prefer it cold). MORE»

Recipe #239221

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Barberry Rice

(1 reviews) Posted by pattikay in L.A.  

From the food and cooking of spain, africa and the middle east. Barberries can be found in middle eastern or international markets. Currants or dried cranberries could probably be substituted if you can't find them - but they're worth finding,... MORE»

Recipe #233257

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Lubia Polow

Posted by Canuck Mum  

A Persian dish of rice with green beans. From New Food of Life cookbook, one of my favorite cookbooks. I always significantly reduce the amount of oil called for, but I copied the recipe as it appears in the book. MORE»

Recipe #223074

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Shirin Polo (Persian Sweet Rice)

Posted by Ariella  

This recipe comes from Gil Marks's vegetarian Jewish cookbook Olive Trees and Honey. According to him, this type of rice is commonly found at Persian festive occasions. His recipe suggested that you could use either turmeric or saffron. Since... MORE»

Recipe #212378

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Cherry Almond Pilaf

(1 reviews) Posted by Shannon W.  

Beautiful cherry pilaf that is lightly sweetened. The cherries will stain the rice a light pink color - it looks so pretty! Cilantro is known as coriander outside of the USA. MORE»

Recipe #211193

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Pomegranate and Pine Nut Pilaf

(1 reviews) Posted by Shannon W.  

This is the food of the gods. You can reduce the amount of butter and pine nuts if you desire. MORE»

Recipe #210266

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Tahcheen (Tah-Chin)

(2 reviews) Posted by Elmotoo  

Found at an Iranian site. Although this takes time, it looks delicious! MORE»

Recipe #185504

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