Chelo ba Tahdig (Saffron Rice with Tahdig) | Saveur

Chelo ba Tahdig (Saffron Rice with Tahdig) | Saveur

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Buttery saffron rice, crowned with a crisp, golden tahdig, is the perfect centerpiece for your next Persian feast.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups (1 lb. 4 oz.) extra-long white basmati rice
  • 1⁄4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. kosher salt, divided
  • 1⁄4 tsp. saffron, lightly ground between your fingers
  • 1⁄4 cup clarified unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed

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