Saffron Rice Pudding -- Sholeh Zard Recipe

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Saffron Rice Pudding -- Sholeh Zard
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Directions:

  1. Start a few hours ahead of time by preparing the rice by picking out any dark or discoloured grains and then washing in a colander until the water runs clear.
  2. Place the rice in a large bowl or pot with the salt and enough cold water to cover by an inch and soak for about 2 hours.
  3. Drain the rice, then bring the 2 quarts water to a boil over a high heat.
  4. Stirring constantly, pour the rice in a slow thin stream.
  5. Turn the heat down very low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  6. Stir in the sugar, then add the butter and saffron mixture and continue stirring until the sugar dissolves, the butter has melted and the rice is bright yellow.
  7. Stir in the slivered almonds and 1 tbsp of the pistachios and, stirring frequently, cook for 30 minutes longer or until the mixture can hold its shape almost solidly in the spoon.
  8. Stir in the rose water and ladle the mixture into a large, heatproof serving bowl.
  9. Spread it out with a spatula and sprinkle the top with two thin crossing lines of cinnamon to divide it into quarters.
  10. Sprinkle each quarter with the remaining 3 tbsp of pistachios and decorate with whole almonds.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the pudding is chilled and firm.
  12. Serve directly from the bowl.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 775.19 Kcal (3246 kJ)
Calories from fat 562.27 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 62.47g 96%
Cholesterol 20.35mg 7%
Sodium 2387.46mg 99%
Potassium 703.51mg 15%
Total Carbs 43.87g 15%
Sugars 24.87g 99%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g 42%
Protein 22.28g 45%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 3.3mg 18%
Calcium 265mg 26%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 241.03 Kcal (1009 kJ)
Calories from fat 174.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.42g 96%
Cholesterol 6.33mg 7%
Sodium 742.33mg 99%
Potassium 218.74mg 15%
Total Carbs 13.64g 15%
Sugars 7.73g 99%
Dietary Fiber 3.26g 42%
Protein 6.93g 45%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 1mg 18%
Calcium 82.4mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 19.9
    Points
  • 22
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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