Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 669kcal 33%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Carbohydrates 125g 41%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 79g 158%
Protein 9g 18%
Cholesterol 17mg 5%
Sodium 11mg 0%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Sholeh-Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)

Name: Sholeh-Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1/3 cup slivered blanched almonds (1.4 ounces; 40g); see notes; 1/2 cup (118ml) rosewater; 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground saffron (see notes); 3 tablespoons (45ml) hot water; 2 cups short-grain or medium-grain rice (13.5 ounces; 380g); 3 cups granulated sugar (21 ounces; 600g); 3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (50g)

Prep 10m

Cook 30m

Total 40m

This Persian Saffron Rice Pudding, known as Sholeh-Zard, is a sweet and aromatic dessert made with slivered blanched almonds, rosewater, and ground saffron. Simmered with short or medium-grain rice and sugar, it's finished with a touch of butter for a creamy and indulgent treat.