Sholeh-Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

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.

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Sholeh-Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)
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Ingredients

Servings: 10

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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)

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

538kcal

26%
Fat

14g

0%
Saturated Fat

5g

0%
Carbohydrates

100g

5%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

50g

2%
Protein

3g

0%
Cholesterol

13mg

0%
Sodium

13mg

0%

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

Sholeh-Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)

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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.

Nutrition Facts