Shaleh Zard (Persian Saffron Rice Pudding)

Sholeh zard is a Persian saffron rice pudding with exquisite flavors. Saffron and rosewater make this rice pudding extra special, whether served warm or cold.

Shole refers to the pudding-like texture and zard means yellow in Farsi.

The ingredients

TIPS TO MAKE THE BEST SAFFRON RICE PUDDING

1. Use the right type of rice - To make sholeh zard, you need short grain rice. Long grain rice will not yield in the same silky and creamy texture.

2. Patience - You need to cook the rice long enough for it to fall apart and turn into a creamy mushy texture. This will take 45 minutes to 1 hour so don't rush

3. Saffron - The main flavor and color of this dessert come from saffron so use enough to give it the bright golden color.

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