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🍚 Rice Dishes

From Persian saffron tahdig to Indian biryani, Afghan Kabuli Palaw to Azerbaijani plov - explore rice dishes that are the centerpiece of cuisines across the saffron belt.

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Persian · Rice Dishes
Kalam Polow Shirazi (کلم پلو شیرازی) — Shirazi Herb Cabbage Rice with Meatballs
Kalam Polow Shirazi is a signature layered rice from Shiraz, perfumed with fresh herbs and warm spices. Tender cabbage and small meatballs cook into the rice, creating a festive, aromatic dish often served for gatherings.
110 min 6 610 cal

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Zereshk Polo ba Morgh — Saffron Basmati Rice with Barberries and Braised Chicken - authentic persian recipe

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Zereshk Polo ba Morgh (زرشک پلو با مرغ) — Saffron Basmati Rice with Barberries and Braised Chicken

A celebratory Persian classic, Zereshk Polo ba Morgh pairs saffron-fragrant basmati with jewel-like barberries and tender chicken braised in a golden onion-turmeric sauce. It’s a staple at weddings and festive family tables across Iran.

110 min 6 735 cal

Green Bean and Herb Rice — Saffron-Scented Persian Layered Rice - authentic persian recipe

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Green Bean and Herb Rice (لوبیا پلو با سبزی) — Saffron-Scented Persian Layered Rice

Loobia Polo ba Sabzi is a beloved Persian layered rice where tender green beans and a mix of fresh herbs are folded into tomato-scented aromatics and finished with saffron. It’s a colorful family-table staple, often paired with yogurt and pickles.

100 min 6 520 cal

Loubia Polo — Persian Green Bean Rice with Lamb - authentic persian recipe

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Loubia Polo (لوبیا پلو) — Persian Green Bean Rice with Lamb

Loubia Polo is a beloved Persian comfort dish of layered rice and a tomato-braised lamb and green bean filling, perfumed with cinnamon and black pepper. It’s a family-table classic, often served with yogurt and pickles for balance.

120 min 6 690 cal

Tahchin Tadig — Golden Saffron Yogurt Rice Crust - authentic persian recipe

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Tahchin Tadig (ته‌چین ته‌دیگ) — Golden Saffron Yogurt Rice Crust

Tahchin tadig is the prized Persian pot-bottom crust: saffron-perfumed rice bound with yogurt and egg, baked by steam into a golden crown. It’s served flipped like a cake, celebrating aroma, crunch, and comfort in one dish.

85 min 6 372 cal

Polo Nokhod Farangi — Persian Green Pea Rice with Warm Spices - authentic persian recipe

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Polo Nokhod Farangi (پلو نخود فرنگی) — Persian Green Pea Rice with Warm Spices

A springtime Persian pilaf, Polo Nokhod Farangi pairs fluffy basmati with sweet green peas, carrots, and aromatic spices. It’s often served as a bright, comforting family dish alongside yogurt and fresh herbs.

80 min 6 430 cal

Traditional Persian Kateh — Everyday Caspian-Style Absorption Rice - authentic persian recipe

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Persian · Rice Dishes

Traditional Persian Kateh (کته) — Everyday Caspian-Style Absorption Rice

Kateh is Northern Iran’s beloved everyday rice, cooked by absorption for a soft, comforting texture and a lightly crisp bottom. It’s simpler than chelow yet deeply satisfying, especially with butter and saffron.

55 min 4 420 cal

Lobia Polo ba Sabzi — Saffron Herb Rice with Green Beans and Chicken - authentic persian recipe

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Lobia Polo ba Sabzi (لوبیا پلو با سبزی) — Saffron Herb Rice with Green Beans and Chicken

Lobia Polo ba Sabzi is a beloved Persian layered rice dish where tender green beans and a fresh herb medley perfume every grain. Finished with saffron and often served with chicken, it’s a festive, family-style centerpiece for gatherings.

110 min 6 640 cal

Mushroom and Chicken Pilaf — Saffron-scented Persian polow with peppers - authentic persian recipe

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Mushroom and Chicken Pilaf (پلو با قارچ و مرغ) — Saffron-scented Persian polow with peppers

Polow-e gharch va morgh is a modern Persian pilaf that layers fluffy basmati with sautéed mushrooms, peppers, and tender chicken. Brewed saffron and piaz dagh give it a festive aroma and golden color, perfect for family-style serving.

95 min 6 610 cal

Morgh Polo Ba Sabzijat — Saffron Chicken & Vegetable Rice - authentic persian recipe

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Morgh Polo Ba Sabzijat (مرغ پلو با سبزیجات) — Saffron Chicken & Vegetable Rice

Morgh Polo Ba Sabzijat is a colorful Persian rice dish where saffron-scented chicken meets fluffy basmati and bright vegetables. It’s a modern home-style favorite that keeps the spirit of classic polo while celebrating seasonal produce.

100 min 4 645 cal

Valak Polo — Spring Wild Garlic Saffron Rice - authentic persian recipe

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Valak Polo (والک پلو) — Spring Wild Garlic Saffron Rice

Valak Polo is a springtime rice from Iran’s Alborz mountain regions, made when wild garlic (valak) first appears. Its clean, pungent aroma is balanced with saffron and a creamy yogurt-egg tahdig for a celebratory seasonal table.

80 min 4 560 cal

Eslamboli Polo — Persian Tomato Rice with Tender Beef - authentic persian recipe

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Eslamboli Polo (اسلامبولی پلو) — Persian Tomato Rice with Tender Beef

Eslamboli Polo is a beloved Iranian home-style “red rice,” perfumed with tomatoes and layered with savory beef and fried onions. It’s a comforting, everyday dish often cooked in one pot and finished with a crisp tahdig.

130 min 6 575 cal

Kabk Polo — Royal Persian Quail Pilaf - authentic persian recipe

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Kabk Polo (کبک پلو) — Royal Persian Quail Pilaf

Kabk Polo is a celebratory Persian pilaf that pairs saffron-steamed basmati rice with tender quail and citrusy bitter-orange accents. Traditionally linked to hunting-season feasts, it balances warm spices, caramelized onion, and fragrant saffron.

120 min 6 720 cal

Polo va Sabzijat — Persian Saffron Vegetable Rice - authentic persian recipe

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Polo va Sabzijat (پلو و سبزیجات) — Persian Saffron Vegetable Rice

Polo va Sabzijat is a fragrant Iranian-style rice dish where basmati is steamed until fluffy, then finished with saffron and colorful vegetables. It’s commonly served as a family-style main or side alongside kebabs, stews, or yogurt.

75 min 6 392 cal

Loobia Polo ba Fileh Morgh — Saffron Green Bean Rice with Chicken - authentic persian recipe

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Loobia Polo ba Fileh Morgh (لوبیا پلو با فیله مرغ) — Saffron Green Bean Rice with Chicken

Loobia Polo is a cherished Persian comfort dish where fragrant basmati rice is layered with sautéed green beans and warmly spiced chicken. Finished with saffron, it’s a family-style meal often served for gatherings and everyday lunches alike.

100 min 6 640 cal

Keshmesh Polo Ardebili — Milk-Simmered Raisin Rice from Ardabil - authentic persian recipe

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Keshmesh Polo Ardebili (کشمش پلو اردبیلی) — Milk-Simmered Raisin Rice from Ardabil

A comforting Ardabil specialty where rice is simmered directly in a milk-and-water blend, creating a creamy, fragrant grain. Plump raisins add gentle sweetness, making it a beloved family dish for cool northern evenings.

75 min 4 560 cal

Loobia Polo ba File Murg — Persian Green Bean Rice with Saffron Chicken - authentic persian recipe

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Persian · Rice Dishes

Loobia Polo ba File Murg (لوبیا پلو با فیله مرغ) — Persian Green Bean Rice with Saffron Chicken

Loobia Polo is a beloved Persian layered rice dish, pairing tomato-braised green beans with saffron-scented chicken. It’s a family-table classic, often served for gatherings when you want comfort, aroma, and elegant presentation in one pot.

105 min 4 705 cal

Shushtari Polo — Black-Eyed Pea and Dill Layered Rice with Chicken - authentic persian recipe

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Persian · Rice Dishes

Shushtari Polo (شوشترى پلو) — Black-Eyed Pea and Dill Layered Rice with Chicken

From Shushtar in Khuzestan, Shushtari Polo layers fluffy basmati with earthy black-eyed peas and fragrant dill. Saffron-tinted chicken and warm turmeric make it a celebratory, family-style rice dish with deep southern Iranian character.

105 min 6 690 cal

Polo Europaei — Continental Fusion Pilaf with Curry Ragout - authentic persian recipe

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Polo Europaei (پلو اروپایی) — Continental Fusion Pilaf with Curry Ragout

Inspired by mid-century Tehran dinner parties, this pilaf pairs Persian-style steamed rice with a European-leaning curry ragout of chicken, shrimp, and peppers. Tomato paste and warm spices create a glossy, colorful topping that feels both familiar and cosmopolitan.

80 min 6 610 cal

Reshteh Polo Gheysi — Persian Noodle Rice with Apricots - authentic persian recipe

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Reshteh Polo Gheysi (رشته پلو قیسی) — Persian Noodle Rice with Apricots

Reshteh Polo Gheysi is a Nowruz favorite, where noodles symbolize life’s tangled paths and the hope of a smoother year ahead. Fragrant saffron rice is layered with toasted reshteh, sweet-tart apricots, and buttery fried onions for a celebratory balance.

80 min 6 515 cal

Sabzi Polo ba Tahchin-e Morgh-e Torsh — Tart Herb Rice with Saffron Chicken Tahchin - authentic persian recipe

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Sabzi Polo ba Tahchin-e Morgh-e Torsh (سبزی پلو با ته‌چین مرغ ترش) — Tart Herb Rice with Saffron Chicken Tahchin

A refined Northern Iranian-style rice dish that pairs fragrant sabzi polo with a tangy chicken tahchin flavored by ghooreh (ground sour grapes). Saffron and yogurt create a golden crust while herbs keep the rice bright and springlike.

135 min 6 690 cal

Gol Kalam Polo — Saffron Cauliflower Rice with Spiced Minced Meat - authentic persian recipe

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Gol Kalam Polo (گل کلم پلو) — Saffron Cauliflower Rice with Spiced Minced Meat

Gol Kalam Polo is a comforting Iranian rice dish that layers saffron-scented basmati with tender cauliflower and warmly spiced minced meat. Often cooked in a pot for a crisp tahdig, it’s a homestyle classic served with yogurt and herbs.

90 min 6 560 cal

Persian Steamed Rice Masterclass — Chelo and Polow techniques with perfect tahdig - authentic persian recipe

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Persian Steamed Rice Masterclass (چلو و پلو) — Chelo and Polow techniques with perfect tahdig

In Persian kitchens, rice is a craft: Chelo is pristine, fluffy steamed rice, while Polow is layered or mixed with aromatics. This guide teaches the classic soak–parboil–steam method and how to build a crisp, golden tahdig.

150 min 6 360 cal

Ghormeh Sabzi Polo — Herb-Scented Persian Rice with Lamb and Dried Lime - authentic persian recipe

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Ghormeh Sabzi Polo (قورمه سبزی پلو) — Herb-Scented Persian Rice with Lamb and Dried Lime

Ghormeh Sabzi Polo layers the iconic herb-and-lime flavors of ghormeh sabzi into fluffy basmati rice. It’s a celebratory Iranian-style pilaf that brings together sautéed greens, tender lamb, and the signature tang of limoo amani.

150 min 6 690 cal

🍚 Rice Dishes

Kalam Polow Shirazi (کلم پلو شیرازی) — Shirazi Herb Cabbage Rice with Meatballs

Zereshk Polo ba Morgh (زرشک پلو با مرغ) — Saffron Basmati Rice with Barberries and Braised Chicken

Green Bean and Herb Rice (لوبیا پلو با سبزی) — Saffron-Scented Persian Layered Rice

Loubia Polo (لوبیا پلو) — Persian Green Bean Rice with Lamb

Tahchin Tadig (ته‌چین ته‌دیگ) — Golden Saffron Yogurt Rice Crust

Polo Nokhod Farangi (پلو نخود فرنگی) — Persian Green Pea Rice with Warm Spices

Traditional Persian Kateh (کته) — Everyday Caspian-Style Absorption Rice

Lobia Polo ba Sabzi (لوبیا پلو با سبزی) — Saffron Herb Rice with Green Beans and Chicken

Mushroom and Chicken Pilaf (پلو با قارچ و مرغ) — Saffron-scented Persian polow with peppers

Morgh Polo Ba Sabzijat (مرغ پلو با سبزیجات) — Saffron Chicken & Vegetable Rice

Valak Polo (والک پلو) — Spring Wild Garlic Saffron Rice

Eslamboli Polo (اسلامبولی پلو) — Persian Tomato Rice with Tender Beef

Kabk Polo (کبک پلو) — Royal Persian Quail Pilaf

Polo va Sabzijat (پلو و سبزیجات) — Persian Saffron Vegetable Rice

Loobia Polo ba Fileh Morgh (لوبیا پلو با فیله مرغ) — Saffron Green Bean Rice with Chicken

Keshmesh Polo Ardebili (کشمش پلو اردبیلی) — Milk-Simmered Raisin Rice from Ardabil

Loobia Polo ba File Murg (لوبیا پلو با فیله مرغ) — Persian Green Bean Rice with Saffron Chicken

Shushtari Polo (شوشترى پلو) — Black-Eyed Pea and Dill Layered Rice with Chicken

Polo Europaei (پلو اروپایی) — Continental Fusion Pilaf with Curry Ragout

Reshteh Polo Gheysi (رشته پلو قیسی) — Persian Noodle Rice with Apricots

Sabzi Polo ba Tahchin-e Morgh-e Torsh (سبزی پلو با ته‌چین مرغ ترش) — Tart Herb Rice with Saffron Chicken Tahchin

Gol Kalam Polo (گل کلم پلو) — Saffron Cauliflower Rice with Spiced Minced Meat

Persian Steamed Rice Masterclass (چلو و پلو) — Chelo and Polow techniques with perfect tahdig

Ghormeh Sabzi Polo (قورمه سبزی پلو) — Herb-Scented Persian Rice with Lamb and Dried Lime