Cooking special dish for Iranian Parties and weddings/ barberry with rice and chicken/Zereshkplo

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: coloring agent

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

barberries

🥗Healthier: cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Cranberries provide a similar tartness and are easier to find.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: legumes

Tofu and legumes offer protein alternatives for vegetarians.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a budget-friendly nut substitute.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 1-2 hours, then drain.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 minute.

Add sliced carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add soaked rice.

Cook rice until al dente, about 5-7 minutes, then drain.

Layer the chicken mixture and rice in the pot, adding saffron dissolved in water.

Cover and steam on low heat for 30 minutes.

In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle barberries and almonds on top.

Drizzle with lemon juice and rose water before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens