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Tahdig
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Prep time
55 min
Portions
1
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
415 kcal
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Nutrition
Per portion
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415
kcal
Carbs
79g
Protein
8g
Fat
7g
Ingredients
For 1 portion
- Basmati riceOr: Long-grain rice, Jasmine rice100 g
- Butter20 g
- Saffron1 pinch
- YogurtOr: Plain yogurt½ tbsp
- Iodized salt¼ tsp
- Water¼ l
Method
Step by step
- 1
Wash rice, briefly soak and pre-cook.
- 2
Coat pot bottom with oil, butter and saffron water.
- 3
Press a layer of rice firmly into the bottom (tahdig).
- 4
Layer remaining rice in a pyramid over.
- 5
Cover pot and cook over low heat for 45 min.
- 6
Invert so the crispy crust is on top.
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