Persian Tahdeeg (Rice and Potatoes)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 12

Persian Tahdeeg recipe for a delicious rice and potato dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

352

Sugar

Fat

16g

Persian Tahdeeg is a traditional Persian dish that is typically served as a main course. The dish is made by combining crispy potatoes with fluffy white rice. The rice is cooked with a technique that creates a crust on the bottom, making it crispy and flavorful. This dish is perfect for vegetarians and those who are looking for a gluten-free option. It is easy to customize by adding additional spices or vegetables.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water until the water has run clear.
2.	Place the rice in a large pot and add 5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 25 minutes.
4.	While the rice is cooking, peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
5.	Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
6.	Add the potato rounds to the pan and cook until they are golden brown on both sides.
7.	Once the rice has finished cooking, remove the lid and add 4 ounces of water and salt.
8.	Stir gently and cover with a towel and lid. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
9.	Once the rice is finished cooking, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
10.	Serve the rice topped with the golden brown potato rounds.

PROS

Persian Tahdeeg is a flavorful dish that combines crispy potatoes with fluffy rice.

It is a vegetarian and gluten-free dish.

It is easy to customize by adding additional spices or vegetables.

CONS

The dish can be time-consuming to make since it requires several steps.

It can be high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for some diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice is a great source of carbohydrates and provides energy for the body.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.
This dish also uses healthy cooking oil, which can provide omega-3 fatty acids.

	3 cups of white long grain rice
	4 tablespoons cooking oil
	3 -4 medium potatoes
	4 ounces water
	salt