Tahdig (Persian Crispy Rice)

Name: Tahdig (Persian Crispy Rice)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 2 scant, loose teaspoons Persian saffron threads; 2 tablespoons boiling water; 1 tablespoon sea salt or kosher salt, or to taste; 3 tablespoons neutral oil, such as sunflower or grapeseed; 2 tablespoons salted butter, cut into small pieces

Prep 20m

Cook 30m

Total 50m

This Persian crispy rice recipe, known as Tahdig, combines basmati rice with saffron, salt, oil, and butter to create a flavorful and crispy dish. Perfect for adding a unique and delicious side to any meal.