Persian basmati rice

Follow my tips for how to cook basmati rice perfectly--tender, fluffy, and fragrant, every single time! No-fail recipe with stovetop and rice cooker instructions.

Basmati Rice with Saffron is a traditional dish served in Persian cuisine and several cultures around the world. Often called "yellow rice" thanks to the bright color of the world's most expensive spice. This special side dish is perfect for pairing with stews, roast meats, kebabs, beans, or curries. It's surprisingly simple to make and quick, too!

Tahdig, crispy Persian basmati rice infused with saffron and turmeric with a golden butter crust. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!

Basmati rice is cooked on the stovetop with butter and shallots, then sautéed until crispy in this unique and delicious twist on plain rice.

by Marjan Persians take great pride serving plain rice to perfection. At gatherings, hosts sense the inarticulate compliment and judgement ...

Persian Tomato Rice Recipe – Epic Cooker

A golden layer of crispy rice crowns this dish for a truly regal effect.

This Persian rice (chelo) with saffron and potato tahdig (crust) is made with long grain basmati rice and is a staple in Persian cuisine.

Par-boiled, then steamed, this rice is the traditional way to cook Persian rice with just 4 ingredients. Serve with all the favorite Persian stews like ghormeh sabzi and kabobs like koobideh. You can make this recipe with or without saffron.

This Persian Chicken recipe is so flavorful and comforting! The savory, tender chicken and basmati rice are infused with fragrant Persian spices - a delightful one-pan dinner that comes together quickly and easily!