Jeweled Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Saffron

   Soak the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water for about 10 minutes to release their color and flavor.

2. 2

   Cook the Rice

   In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the basmati rice and salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Mix in Ingredients

   Fluff the rice with a fork and gently mix in the soaked saffron (with its water), barberries, grated carrot, chopped pistachios, toasted Marcona almonds, chopped mint, and chopped chives.

4. 4

   Serve

   Transfer the jeweled rice to a serving platter, garnishing with additional pistachios and mint if desired. Serve warm.