Zarda Rice

Zarda Rice

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Zarda rice, sweet saffron rice with nuts, raisins and cardamom. A classic dessert for Eid and weddings, made with Royal® Basmati Rice.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 2 cloves
  • A pinch of saffron ground and soaked into 1 tablespoon hot water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 3 packs Royal ® Microwaveable White Basmati rice
  • 2 teaspoons rose water
  • Yellow food coloring (optional)

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