Ingredients
For 6 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Basmati rice, soaked500 g
- Butter60 g
- Saffron, bloomed in 4 tbsp hot water1/2 tsp
- Salt2 tbsp
- Yogurt3 tbsp
- Oil5 tbsp
Method
- ParboilBoil the rice in salted water 6 minutes; drain.
- BaseMix some rice with yogurt and saffron; press into hot oil.
- SteamPile the rest on top; steam 50 minutes; invert.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 477 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 5.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 66.3 g |
| Fat | 20.2 g |
| Fibre | 0.9 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 491 mg |
| Saturated fat | 7.0 g |
| Serving size | about 110 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk.
Quick answers
How long does Tahdig take to make?
About 1 h 4 min in total: 9 min of preparation and 55 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Tahdig?
About 477 kcal per serving, with 6 g of protein. The recipe makes 6 servings of about 110 g each.
Which allergens does Tahdig contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Tahdig from?
Tahdig is a main course from Iran. Crispy golden rice crust from the bottom of the pot.