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Baghali polo

Persian dill and fava bean rice, traditionally served with braised lamb shank (mahiche).

Time
120min
Steps
5
Baghali polo, photographed from above

Ingredients

6 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Parboil rice 5 minutes; add favas for the last minute; drain.

    2. 2

      Toss with dill.

    3. 3

      Mound into a buttered pot, poke steam holes and drizzle butter.

    4. 4

      Cover with a towel-wrapped lid; steam 10 minutes medium, 45 minutes low.

    5. 5

      Drizzle saffron water over the top layer and serve with tahdig.

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