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Baghali Polo
Basmati rice steams with dill, fava beans, saffron, and a crisp tahdig in a Persian pilaf classic.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 35 min📖 1 min readServes 6~420 kcal🇮🇷 Iranian🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 70 min cook 60 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 35 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h
- Cooking1 h 10 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 2.5 su bardağı(~500 ml) Basmati rice
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Shelled broad beans
- 1 demet Dill
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Saffron
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Salt
- 0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Hot water
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and soak in salted water for 1 hour.
1 hr60:00 - 2
Steep the saffron in hot water for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 3
Boil the rice in plenty of salted water for 6 minutes, keeping it firm.
6 min06:00 - 4
Gently toss the rice, broad beans, and chopped dill.
- 5
Pour olive oil into the bottom of the pot and press in one layer of rice.
- 6
Mound the remaining rice like a dome and drizzle with the saffron water.
- 7
Place a cloth under the lid and steam the pilaf over low heat for 45 minutes.
45 min45:00 - 8
Separate the tahdig and serve it with the pilaf.
💡 Tip: Parboiling the rice until still firm prevents the grains from breaking and turning mushy during the long steam.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide platter with lamb shank, yogurt salad, or plain pickles.
Nutrition (per serving)
~420
kcal calories
11
g protein
78
g carbs
8
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 73%Fat 17%
GI 2 · Low GIGL 2 · Low GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Baghali Polo make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Baghali Polo take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 70 minutes, including 60 minutes of passive resting; 155 minutes in total.Is Baghali Polo difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Baghali Polo have?
Approximately 420 kcal per serving. Protein: 11g, carbs: 78g, fat: 8g.Is Baghali Polo allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Baghali Polo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Iranian cuisine.How many ingredients does Baghali Polo need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.
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