How to make Persian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard) | Hakim Recipe

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with fewer calories.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

rosewater

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Vanilla extract provides a sweet aroma at a lower price.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and still provide crunch.

Wash the rice and let it soak in water for 4 hours.

Add 1 cup of soaked rice with 8 cups of water and let it cook completely.

Add 2 cups of sugar and let it achieve a good consistency.

Add 4 tbsp of saffron that has been soaked in hot water for 15 minutes; beat a little.

Add sliced almonds along with cardamom powder and butter.

After 5 minutes, add the rose water and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.

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