Tahchin is a delectable Persian dish that combines fragrant saffron-infused rice, yogurt, and sometimes chicken or vegetables. This dish is distinguished by its crispy golden crust, formed as the rice bakes to perfection. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, tahchin is a beloved Persian delicacy that captivates the palate with every bite.
step 1
Bring water to the boil in a large pot. Add salt and rice. Bring bake up to the boil then cook for 5 minutes. Drain and leave to steam dry for 5 minutes.
step 2
Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add barberries and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they plump up. Remove from heat.
step 3
Preheat oven to 390°F. Lightly grease a glass pie dish with oil.
step 4
Ground Royal Spice Saffron into powder. Add water and leave to steep for 10 minutes.
step 5
Mix yogurt, egg, oil, saffron water and salt in a large bowl. Add rice, stir well.
step 6
Pour half the rice in the pie dish, smooth surface. Top with 1/3 of the barberries. Cover with remaining rice, smooth surface, sprinkle over another 1/3 of the barberries. Press down firmly, cover with foil.
step 7
Bake 60-90 minutes until the crust is deep golden all over. Rest for 15 minutes.
step 8
Remove foil. Place serving plate on pie dish then flip upside down (it will not stick because of the oil). Scatter surface with remaining barberries and serve.
3 cups rice, uncooked
4 liters water
1/2 cup dried barberries
2tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp saffron threads of Royal Spice Saffron
1.5 cup plain yogurt
1 cup oil
3 eggs
salt