Barberry Rice (Zereshk polow) Recipe
Barberries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and are a popular ingredient in Persian cuisine.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Barberry Rice (Zereshk polow) Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in salted water for 30 minutes.
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In a pot, heat vegetable oil and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown.
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Drain the rice and add it to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice with the onions and oil.
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Add water and salt to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 15 minutes.
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In a separate pan, melt butter and add saffron. Stir until the saffron dissolves.
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Add the barberries to the saffron butter and cook for 5 minutes.
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Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
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Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish. Top with the saffron barberries.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
