CHEAT'S QUICK PERSIAN RICE (POLOW)
This is a quick, short-cut version of the usual Persian Rice (Polow) recipe. Like most short-cuts, the outcome will not be as impressive as following the traditional, longer method but, if you're in a rush and want a decent quality steamed persian rice, then I recommend following this one-pot recipe. For other times when you cook for guests or have time, I recommend following the traditional longer method as stated in other recipes on this website.
Provided by selinasadat
Categories White Rice
Time 1h
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put the Basmati Rice in a bowl and rinse it very well under running water, taking care to be gentle when stirring the rice so you don't break the rice grains. Rinse until most of the starch has been washed, and the water is almost clear and no longer cloudy.
- Cover the rinsed rice with water (approx. 2 inches/4 cm above rice level), and let it soak for 30 minutes before cooking.
- After 30 minutes, strain the soaked rice (in a collinder or seive) from all the the water.
- Gently heat 1 tablesoon of Oil in a heavy-based (preferrably non-stick), wide cooking pot. Make sure the oil covers the whole base of the pot.
- Add the strained rice to pot, then the 3 cups of Water, remaining Oil, Salt, and stir gently for a few seconds, taking care not to break the rice grains (just enough for the salt to mix in the water).
- Bring to a gentle boil. As soon as the water begins to boil, turn the heat down to a medium/low, allowing contents to simmer gently. Cover the pot with a tight lid (alternatively, use a clean dry teatowel wrapped around the lid to ensure no air/steam escapes the pot. You can also use baking foil instead of the teatowel to keep the pot contents air-tight).
- Once the rice has been simmering gently for 10 minutes, and you can almost hear the rice at the bottom of the pot making crisp sounds, turn the heat down to a low heat, and let it steam gently for a further 20 minutes - this will ensure the rice gets crispy at the bottom (Tahdig) but doesn't burn.
- (Optional) If using Cinnamon sticks to make the rice fragrant, at Step. 7 open the lid of the pot & stick the Cinnamon sticks into the rice, perpendicularly, making sure the sticks are completely submerged in the rice . Cover the pot once again tighly & allow to steam - as in Step 7 - gently for 20 minutes before serving.
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Zahkievieion Hutchins (Zai)
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect combination of fluffy rice and crispy potatoes. I will definitely be making this again.
Thomas Kamau
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
NOOR MORADY
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a great dish to serve to company or to take to potlucks. I highly recommend it!
KALEEM MUGHAL
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The rice was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and herbs. I will definitely be making this again.
nonhlanhla masango
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect combination of fluffy rice and crispy potatoes. I will definitely be making this again.
Victor Hernandez
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
manoo manoo
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a great dish to serve to company or to take to potlucks. I highly recommend it!
Tyler Johnson
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The rice was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and herbs. I will definitely be making this again.
Laura Torrison
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes are crispy and addictive. I highly recommend this recipe.
Lenora Shaner
[email protected]This was my first time making Persian rice and it turned out great! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Catherine Wanjiku
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
R Savage
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The rice was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and herbs. I will definitely be making this again.
Natasha Bweupe
[email protected]I've been looking for a good Persian rice recipe for a while now and I'm so glad I found this one! It's the perfect combination of fluffy rice and crispy potatoes. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Intissar Domloje
[email protected]This was my first time making Persian rice and it turned out amazing! I was worried it would be too difficult, but it was actually really easy. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making
Austog Degreat
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple and easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The rice always turns out fluffy and flavorful, and the potatoes are always crispy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Gloria Ann Edwards
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's become my go-to dish when I'm short on time or when I need to feed a crowd.
Olasowoye kayinde
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I had a last-minute dinner party to host and this dish was so easy to throw together. It was a huge hit with my guests and I got rave reviews. Thanks for sharing!
NAOMI NGUMBWA
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of Persian food, but this recipe changed my mind! The rice was delicious and the potatoes were perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.
Abdu Seid
[email protected]This is the best Persian rice recipe I've ever tried! It was so easy to make and turned out perfect. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the crispy potatoes added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.