Persian Rice
Persian Rice is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place rice in a medium saucepan; add 2 teaspoons salt and cold water to cover by 2".
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace rice in a medium saucepan; add 2 teaspoons salt and cold water to cover by 2".
Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Drain rice, reserving 3/4 cup cooking liquid.
Place saffron and 1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid in a small bowl; let saffron soften for 5 minutes.
Place yogurt in a medium bowl and stir in remaining 1 teaspoon salt and saffron water.
Add rice and stir to coat.
Melt butter in a large deep nonstick skillet over medium heat; swirl to coat bottom and sides of pan.
Add rice, mounding slightly in center.
Poke 6-7 holes in rice with the end of a wooden spoon.
Cover with foil, then a lid.
Cook, rotating skillet over burner for even cooking, for 10 minutes (do not stir).
Reduce heat to low; cook, adding more reserved cooking liquid by tablespoonfuls if rice has not finished cooking when water evaporates, until a golden brown crust forms on bottom of rice, 20-25 minutes.
Remove lid and foil; invert a plate over skillet.
Using oven mitts, carefully invert rice onto plate; use a heatproof spatula to remove any crust remaining in skillet.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.