Shiveed Baghaleh Polo – Fresh fava bean and dill rice pilaf

Shiveed baghaleh polo is one of many mixed rice dishes in Persian cuisine, and I would say my all-time favorite! The second favorite being Zereshk Polo, rice with barberries, and saffron. This rice dish is typically served with stewed beef or lamb as well as roasted or stewed chicken with the usual Persian spice mixture…

Persian steamed rice with saffron Tahdig

This is the iconic Iranian rice with golden crispy saffron tahdig. In Iranian cuisine, rice—or polo in Persian—is the primary grain and a culinary staple. Iranians have elevated rice preparation to an art form, soaking and carefully steaming it to achieve a light, fluffy texture. A hallmark of Iranian rice dishes is the golden, crispy…