📌 Zereshk Polo (Persian Barberry Rice)
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 cup barberries zereshk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp saffron bloomed in hot water
- 2 tbsp sugar optional
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds for garnish
- Salt water, and oil as needed
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear.
- Boil water, add rice, cook for 6-7 minutes, then drain.
- Melt butter in a pan, add barberries, saffron, and sugar. Stir for 2 minutes.
- Layer parboiled rice in a non-stick pot with butter at the bottom.
- Cover and steam on low heat for 40-50 minutes.
- Mix saffron water with some rice for a golden topping.
- Serve topped with barberries and almonds. Enjoy!