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Persian Saffron Rice (Tachin)
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
1h 5m
Total Time
1h 20m
This savory Persian saffron rice, also known as Tachin, is a delightful combination of fluffy parboiled rice, tangy barberries, and aromatic saffron. Prepared with yogurt, egg yolks, and a hint of rose water, this dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting everyday meal.
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Ingredients
Servings:
9
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Parboiled Rice
Barberries
Saffron Rice
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories550kcal27%
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Fat31g1%
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Saturated Fat14g0%
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Carbohydrates61g3%
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Fiber2g0%
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Sugar5g0%
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Protein19g0%
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Cholesterol210mg10%
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Sodium700mg35%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Notes
1. Can be substituted with long grain or jasmine rice.
2. A Persian ingredient found at speciality and ethnic stores. Tastes sour and provides great pops of colour. Can be substituted with 1 cup of dried sour cherries or cranberries or craisins.
3. Can be substituted with 1/16 tsp of economical saffron powder. Basically, if saffron powder is around the same price as other spices, then it’s the economical version ie not 100% saffron (saffron is the most expensive spice in the world). Grinding into powder is optional. I’ve done it without grinding and didn’t notice a difference in overall colour though you do see little saffron strands (which is pretty!).
4. Leftover egg whites–Here’s my listof what I do with them and all my egg white recipes can be foundin this recipe collection.
5. Slightly adapted from this Bon AppetitCrunchy Baked Saffron Rice.
6. Nutrition per serving. Serves 8 to 12 as a side as part of a multi-course meal.
2. A Persian ingredient found at speciality and ethnic stores. Tastes sour and provides great pops of colour. Can be substituted with 1 cup of dried sour cherries or cranberries or craisins.
3. Can be substituted with 1/16 tsp of economical saffron powder. Basically, if saffron powder is around the same price as other spices, then it’s the economical version ie not 100% saffron (saffron is the most expensive spice in the world). Grinding into powder is optional. I’ve done it without grinding and didn’t notice a difference in overall colour though you do see little saffron strands (which is pretty!).
4. Leftover egg whites–Here’s my listof what I do with them and all my egg white recipes can be foundin this recipe collection.
5. Slightly adapted from this Bon AppetitCrunchy Baked Saffron Rice.
6. Nutrition per serving. Serves 8 to 12 as a side as part of a multi-course meal.