Sholeh Zard – Persian Saffron Rice Pudding

Method

1. 01

   Rinse the basmati rice and cook it in the water until soft.

2. 02

   Soak the saffron in a little warm water.

3. 03

   Add sugar and the saffron water to the rice.

4. 04

   Let the pudding simmer over low heat, stirring often.

5. 05

   Stir in rosewater and butter toward the end.

6. 06

   Pour the pudding into bowls and let it cool.

7. 07

   Decorate with flaked almonds and cinnamon before serving.