Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 cup

Basmati rice

soaked

1 cup

Broad/Fava/Lima beans

peeled

0.5 cup

Dried/fresh dill

chopped

0.25 cup

Vegetable/Olive oil

1 loaf

Lebanese/flat bread

0.1 tsp

Zafran

blended

50 g

Butter

melted

0.5 kg

Chicken thigh fillets

chopped

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 clove

Garlic

chopped

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Turmeric

0.25 tsp

Black pepper

2 tbsp

Vegetable/olive oil

4 tbsp

Lemon juice

Step 1
~5 min

Wash and soak Basmati rice for at least 1 hour in salted water.

Step 2
~5 min

Peel broad beans to remove their skin.

Step 3
~5 min

Bring water to a boil in a large pot.

Step 4
~5 min

Add rice and beans to the boiling water and cook until semi-soft, about 2 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Drain the rice and beans.

Step 6
~5 min

Heat oil in a clean pot and spread flat bread over the base.

Step 7
~5 min

Layer rice, beans, and chopped dill in the pot. Pour 1/4 cup of cold water over the mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Cover the lid with a tea towel and cook for 30 minutes on medium heat until rice is steamed.

Step 9
~5 min

Blend zafran and mix with hot water and cooked rice.

Step 10
~5 min

Melt butter and pour over the rice. Serve rice and decorate with the zafraned rice.

Step 11
~5 min

Brown finely chopped onion with oil in a deep frypan.

Step 12
~5 min

Add chopped chicken, chopped garlic, salt, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir for a minute.

Step 13
~5 min

Cover and cook on medium for 5-6 minutes until chicken is juicy and semitender.

Step 14
~5 min

Remove lid and stir chicken for a few mins until it's golden.

Step 15
~5 min

Sprinkle dried zafran over the chicken.

Step 16
~5 min

Add hot water and lemon juice to pan and cover.

Step 17
~5 min

Cook for 20-30 minutes on low heat until the water is almost evaporated.

Step 18
~5 min

Serve chicken as a side to rice or combine with the rice in layers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the rice is crucial for the right texture.

Be careful not to overcook the chicken.

Adjust the amount of zafran based on your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Rice can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of yogurt.

Serve with Shirazi salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt
Shirazi Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Iran

Cultural Significance

A traditional Persian dish often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Nowruz (Persian New Year)
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family gathering
Special occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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