Persian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard) | TasteToronto

Persian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard) | TasteToronto

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Sholeh Zard is a very traditional Persian dessert.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup basmati or jasmine rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground saffron
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 cardamom pods
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rose water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Cinnamon powder (optional garnish)
  • Slivered pistachio (optional garnish)
  • Dried rose petals (optional garnish)

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