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Sholeh Zard
Persian saffron rice pudding with rose water, sugar, almonds, cinnamon, and a glossy golden texture.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 6~344 kcal🇮🇷 Iranian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 50 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking50 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the dessert
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Rice
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Water
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.4 cup(~80 ml) Almonds
- 1 pinch Salt
For flavoring
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Saffron
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Rose water
For serving
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cinnamon
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Pistachios
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the rice and put it in a pot with the water.
- 2
Cook the rice over medium low heat for 30 minutes, until the grains open.
30 min30:00 - 3
Bloom the saffron with 2 tablespoons hot water.
- 4
Add the sugar, saffron, rose water, salt, and almonds to the pot.
- 5
Cook the dessert for 20 minutes, until glossy and thick.
20 min20:00 - 6
Divide the sholeh zard among bowls.
- 7
Garnish with cinnamon and pistachios, then serve chilled.
💡 Tip: Bloom the saffron in hot water first; if it goes straight into the pot, the color will not spread evenly.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Chill sholeh zard and serve in small bowls with cinnamon, almonds, and pistachios if desired.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Omega-3
- Vitamin E
- Magnesium
Nutrition (per serving)
~344
kcal calories
6
g protein
62
g carbs
8
g fat
Protein 7%Carbs 72%Fat 21%
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
- Tree nuts
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 Sholeh Zard make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Sholeh Zard take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 50 minutes; 65 minutes in total.Is Sholeh Zard difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sholeh Zard have?
Approximately 344 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 62g, fat: 8g.Which allergens does Sholeh Zard contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Sholeh Zard belong to?
This recipe belongs to Iranian cuisine.How many ingredients does Sholeh Zard need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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