Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
500 g

basmati rice

uncooked

1 kg

herbs (parsley, dill, coriander, fenugreek, spring onion ends)

freshly chopped

2 tbsp

cooking oil

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

ground

Step 1
~8 min

Wash the herbs (parsley, dill, coriander, fenugreek, spring onion ends) thoroughly.

Step 2
~8 min

Finely chop all the washed herbs.

Step 3
~8 min

In a bowl, combine the chopped herbs with salt and black pepper.

Step 4
~8 min

Prepare the basmati or long-grain rice according to your preferred polow rice recipe, cooking it until half-cooked.

Step 5
~8 min

Rinse the half-cooked rice.

Step 6
~8 min

Gently mix the half-cooked rice with the seasoned, chopped herbs.

Step 7
~8 min

Continue cooking the rice and herb mixture until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.

Step 8
~8 min

Serve Sabzi Polow hot, traditionally accompanied by fish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak the rice for 30 minutes before cooking for a fluffier texture.

Adjust the amount of herbs based on your preference.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt for added creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The rice and herb mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled or baked fish.

Serve with a side of yogurt or Shirazi salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled salmon
Roasted chicken
Shirazi salad
Yogurt dip

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 Nowruz (Persian New Year).

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Nowruz
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family gathering
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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