SAEDNEWS: Havij Polo is one of the aromatic and colorful Iranian dishes, usually prepared with chicken or meat.
According to Saednews, A colorful, fragrant, and elegant Iranian-style carrot rice dish perfect for special occasions and beautiful dining tables.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Basmati rice | 3 cups |
Carrots (julienned or grated) | 3–4 medium |
Chicken (optional, pieces) | 300–500 g |
Onion | 1 large |
Sugar | 1–2 tbsp |
Butter or oil | as needed |
Saffron (dissolved) | 2–3 tbsp |
Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
Salt & pepper | to taste |
Orange peel (optional) | 1 tbsp |
Raisins (optional) | 2 tbsp |
Step | Description |
|---|---|
1 | Wash and soak the rice for 30–60 minutes. |
2 | Sauté onions until golden, then add chicken (if using) and spices. Cook until tender. |
3 | In a separate pan, sauté carrots with butter, sugar, and cinnamon until soft and slightly caramelized. |
4 | Boil rice until parboiled, then drain. |
5 | Layer rice with carrot mixture and chicken in a pot. |
6 | Add saffron water over the top for aroma and color. |
7 | Steam on low heat for 30–40 minutes until fully cooked. |
8 | Serve hot, optionally garnished with raisins or orange peel. |
A fragrant Iranian dish known as Havij Polo, combining sweet carrots, aromatic saffron, and fluffy rice—perfect for festive gatherings and special meals.
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