Persian
Tahdig
“A crispy, golden layer of rice from the bottom of the pot.”
Basmati Rice
Oil
Saffron
salt
RiceMedium1 hour
Where it comes from
Tahdig is a beloved part of Persian cuisine, often considered the highlight of a meal for its crispy texture.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Parboil rice.
- 2
Layer rice and oil at the bottom of a pot.
- 3
Steam until the bottom is golden and crispy.
