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Savor the vibrant flavors of Persian Rice "Stuffing," a fragrant dish featuring basmati rice layered with sweet-tart barberries, crunchy pistachios, and aromatic saffron. Finished with a touch of rosewater and crispy almonds, this dish is both visually stunning and deliciously unique.

Zoya Biglary
Zoya Biglary is changing the world of plant-based raw fish one sea algae at a time. She is a first generation American Persian woman, aka the "fruity Persian," who tells engaging stories about her life while showing off her impressive fruit-cutting skills.
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1HR 5MINS
Total Time
Ingredients
Servings
6
us / metric

1 pinch
Saffron Threads

as needed
Ice
2 cubes per pinch of saffron

1 Tbsp
Slivered Pistachios

1 Tbsp
Slivered Almonds

2 Tbsp
Rose Water

2 1/2 cups
Barberries

1 1/2 cups
Granulated Sugar

1/2 cup
Water

2 cups
Basmati Rice
rinsed until water runs clear

2 Tbsp
Vegetable Oil