Ramadan Recipe: Steamed Persian Rice

Publish date: Wednesday، 29 November 2023

This steamed white rice with saffron, also known as Chelo, is a popular dish in Iran. Chelo is usually paired with the classic meat kebab, and they make up the perfect iftar during Ramadan.

Ingredients
- 5 Minutes
- 6 Serving
- 70 Calories

Steamed Persian Rice

1 cup Basmati rice

2 cups water

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

Saffron threads (optional)

Method & Directions
- 35 Minutes

Rinse the rice
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Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Carefully drain the water.
Boil the rice
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In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked and drained rice to the boiling water and let it simmer on medium-low for 10 minutes. Drain in a colander.
Create a saffron mixture (optional)
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Soak a pinch of saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water.
Layer the rice in the pot
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In the same pot, heat the oil. Add the saffron mixture to the oil for a golden color (optional), then layer the partially cooked rice gradually and evenly in the pot.
Steam the rice
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Wrap the pot lid with a clean kitchen towel, and place the lid on the pot, reducing the heat to the lowest setting. Let it steam for 20-25 minutes.
Serve
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Once done, use a fork to fluff the rice gently, and serve it on a platter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories	70

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Ramadan Recipe: Steamed Persian Rice

Ingredients

Steamed Persian Rice

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Nutrition Facts

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