Zereshk Polo – Saffron Barberry Rice Pilaf by The Caspian Chef - FoodSocial

Ingredients

• 1 Onion
• 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• .5 tsp Turmeric Powder
• .5 tsp Black Peppercorns, Ground Fresh
• 4 Chicken Drumstick, Skin On
• 1 cup Water
• 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
• .5 tsp Salt
• 2 cups Basmati Rice
• 8.25 cups Water
• 2 Tbsp Salt
• 4 Tbsp Avocado Oil
• .25 tsp Saffron
• 2 Tbsp Butter, Unsalted
• .5 cup Barberries, Dried
• 2-4 Tbsp Cane Sugar
• 1 Tbsp Saffron
• 1 Tbsp Almonds (Blanched), Slivered