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Tavuklu Biryani
Hard 3 hr~540 kcal 7/10
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Loobia Polo
An Iranian layered rice dish with green beans, tomato paste, saffron, and beef, finished with a crisp tahdig base.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 40 min📖 1 min readServes 6~540 kcal🇮🇷 Iranian🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 70 min cook
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 40 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking1 h 10 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the rice
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Baldo rice
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Saffron water
- 50 g Butter
For the filling
- 500 g Diced beef
- 450 g Green beans
- 1 Onion
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Tomato paste
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
For serving
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Yogurt
General
- 1.5 dessert spoon(~15 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice in salted water for 25 minutes, then rinse.
25 min25:00 - 2
Sear the meat with the onion for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the tomato paste and chopped green beans, then fry for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 4
Add half a cup of water and cook the filling for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 5
Parboil the rice in plenty of water for 6 minutes, then drain.
6 min06:00 - 6
Put oil and butter in the pot, then layer the rice with the green bean filling.
- 7
Drizzle with saffron water and steam the rice over low heat for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 8
Invert carefully to preserve the tahdig and serve with yogurt.
💡 Tip: Drain the rice before it is fully cooked; during layered steaming, it finishes grain by grain with the vapor from the bean filling.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with plain yogurt, pickles, and finely chopped cucumber.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~540
kcal calories
27
g protein
72
g carbs
16
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 53%Fat 27%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Loobia Polo make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Loobia Polo take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 70 minutes; 100 minutes in total.Is Loobia Polo difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Loobia Polo have?
Approximately 540 kcal per serving. Protein: 27g, carbs: 72g, fat: 16g.Which allergens does Loobia Polo contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Loobia Polo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Iranian cuisine.How many ingredients does Loobia Polo need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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