Morasa Polo, the Jeweled Rice
Morasa polo, the jeweled basmati rice, is decorated with saffron, raisins, orange peel, and pistachios for grand occasions.
80 min 6 servings Advanced
Method
- 01
Caramelize the orange peel with sugar into a syrup.
- 02
Rinse and parboil the rice in salted water.
- 03
Lightly toast raisins, pistachios, and almonds in butter.
- 04
Steam the rice in a pot for 40 minutes with butter in the bottom.
- 05
Layer the rice with the nut mixture and syrup.
- 06
Top with saffron water and serve on a platter in a pyramid shape.
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